Susquehanna University - 1960 to 1969

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This collection contains the archive of documents, photographs, and brief publications and correspondence revolving around the evolution of Susquehanna University from 1960 through 1969.
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Campus Traditions
Campus Traditions
Susquehanna University, Manners & customs
Traditions help form a common history that ties a community together. Susquehanna University has maintained several traditions over the years that are described in this article in the 1965-1966 Student Handbook. One unusual custom was held each semester before finals. Students would gather at the campus pond and launch pennies at the frog in the pond's center. If one's penny landed on the frog, good luck on exams was assured! Some of these traditions, for example, the annual climb up Mt Mahanoy led by the President, still continue today.
Chapel Attendance
Chapel Attendance
Susquehanna University, Religious Life Committee., Religious services
Planning on skipping chapel? That's probably not a very good idea. Chapel attendance was mandatory in 1966 and failure to attend had far-reaching consequences. Students were permitted just five absences after which the student would appear before the Religious Life Committee. The committee was within its rights to delay the student's graduation.
Horton Dining Hall
Horton Dining Hall
Dining rooms, Eating & drinking, Susquehanna University, Dress codes, Horton Dining Hall, Clothing and dress--Social aspects
In 1966, a dress code was still routinely enforced in the Horton Dining Hall. While school clothes were permitted at the noon meal, a more formal standard was set for evening and Sunday meals. Having a guest? Reservations required!
Marching Brass and Percussion Band
Marching Brass and Percussion Band
Marching bands, Drum majors, Susquehanna University, Main, Richard.
The Marching Brass and Percussion Band also included color guards and drum majors. The band performed for the crowd at home football games. This 1965 photo shows drum major Richard Main working hard to rouse school spirit.
Men's Day Students
Men's Day Students
Men's Day Student Organization, Commuters, Students, Susquehanna University, Reichley, E., Hafer, R., Gresh, T., Miles, G., Henzel, B., Lytle, R., Owens, G., Reed, R., Virchick, G., Dombroski, B., Brommer, G., Emerick, R.
The Men's Day Student Organization was established in 1965. The group functioned as a way for commuters to get to know each other. Students arranged car pools and became more acquainted with the campus community. Shown in this image are the founding members.
Student Life
Student Life
Sports, Sports spectators, Tennis, Susquehanna University.
Students and spectators enjoy a tennis match in this 1965 image.