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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Admission
Admission
Students, Susquehanna University, Universities and colleges--Admission
In 1960, the Susquehanna University student body numbered 652 and by 1968 it had reached 1,186. Shown here is a 1960 admissions brochure highlighting the University's scenic campus as well as its many programs and activities.
Archery Club
Archery Club
Archery, Organizations, Students, Sports, Susquehanna University, Weiss, P., Miller, L., Moritz, N., Milligan, S., Shaw, L., Clukey, M., Ritter, D., Estep, L., Lichty, M., Hackman, D., Iverson, G., Byrnes, A.
This image shows the first members of the Archery Club. Established in May 1965, the members learned the basic forms and techniques involved in the sport.
Cheryl Dowling
Cheryl Dowling
Dowling, Cheryl, Advertisements, Class of 1966, University Choir, Oratorio Choir, Kappa Delta, May Day Musical, Parent's Day Committee, SCA, Orientation, Students, Susquehanna University
Susquehanna University 1966 Alumnus, Cheryl Dowling, graces a billboard advertisement for furs in Sunbury. Ms Dowling, a French major, was involved in activities such as the University Choir, Oratorio Choir, Kappa Delta, May Day Musical, Parent's Day Committee, SCA, and Orientation, during her time at Susquehanna University.
Food Service
Food Service
Cafeterias, Students, Susquehanna University.
Prior to the 1960s, students dining on campus enjoyed a sit-down-and-be-served atmosphere at meals. The 1960s saw an increase in the student enrollment and a cafeteria style dining service was implemented. Shown here are students using the campus dining service in 1961.
Freshman Orientation
Freshman Orientation
Freshman orientation, Students, Susquehanna University
During freshmen orientation, new students wearing their dinks and "frosh" pins, examine the activities scheduled for that day. Notice first on the board is a 9:00 a.m. hygiene test.
Student Employment
Student Employment
Employment, Students, Susquehanna University, Allen, Bob, Kentucky Fried Chicken.
Students often had jobs during academic semesters as well as summers. Shown here is student Bob Allen serving customers at his job at Kentucky Fried Chicken. Please note the prices on the selection board behind him.
Student Fashion
Student Fashion
Clothing and dress, Miniskirts, Students, Susquehanna University
Sporting one of the defining fashion trends of the 1960s, the mini-skirt, these young ladies take time out of their busy academic schedules to socialize in 1969.
Student Life
Student Life
Dance parties, Students, Susquehanna University.
Summer 1967 was widely known as the "Summer of Love" and the hippie counter-culture was prominent in the public consciousness. Susquehanna University's campus was not beyond the reach of this new cultural turn. This image from that year shows a sign of the times as students enjoy a Greek sponsored "psychedelic" party.
Student Life
Student Life
Socializing, Students, Susquehanna University.
Students take the time to socialize with each other while waiting in line in 1966. Note the cars in the parking lot, particularly the Volkswagen van, a symbol of the1960s counter-culture era. Peace and love, man!
Student Life
Student Life
Telephones, Telephone booths, Students, Susquehanna University.
Catching up with friends and family is important for students living away from home. Before the advent of cell phones, students relied on land line phones. Unthinkable! This 1966 photograph shows a student staying comfortable while keeping in touch.
Student Life
Student Life
Clothing and dress, Students, Susquehanna University.
The rise of hemlines in the 1960s brought with it the one piece pantyhose. Stockings were replaced as the leg wear of choice among college co-eds by pantyhose in various colors and patterns.
Student Life
Student Life
Classrooms, Students, Susquehanna University
The 1960s were a period of rapid growth for the University. The student body at Susquehanna more than doubled in size and the academic standards were raised. This 1960 image shows students hard at work in a classroom setting.
Student Life
Student Life
Dance, Dance parties, Students, Susquehanna University.
No dance partner? No problem! Dances such as "The Twist," "The Jerk," and "The Mashed Potato" did not require one. Shown in this 1968 image are students putting their own mark on the latest fads at a school dance.
Student Life
Student Life
Eating & drinking, Susquehanna University, Students
Mm mm good! Students share a modest meal of Dinty Moore Beef Stew and Maxwell House coffee in this 1966 image.