Susquehanna University - 1980 to 1989

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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 1980 through 1989.
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Cable in Dormitories
Cable in Dormitories
Television antennas, Cable television, Students, Dormitories, Susquehanna University
Students who brought their own TVs to campus often had trouble with reception. This led to the illegal wiring of their sets to the line in the dormitory lounge. Cable wires strung through windows presented a security risk and so the Univesity began to offer students the option of cable for their rooms. The installation fee was $15.00 and the service fee was $20.75 every three months.
Dorm Room
Dorm Room
Dormitories, Students, Susquehanna University
While Greek life and the party scene were active during the 1980s, many students enjoyed a quiet social life, spending time socializing with friends in the residence halls and participating in campus clubs.
Orientation
Orientation
Orientation, Moving, Dormitories, Susquehanna University
Multi-tasking is the order of the day as the orientation crew find creative ways to carry all manner of "stuff" in this 1989 snapshot.
Orientation
Orientation
Orientation, Students, Moving, Dormitories, Susquehanna University
Who wears short shorts? The orientation team wears short shorts! The orientation staff helps students and parents move belongings into the dormitories as seen in this 1981 photo.
Residence Hall
Residence Hall
Dormitories, Students, Susquehanna University
Dorm rooms can often be a reflection of a student's personality. This image shows the room of an obvious Beatles fan not long after the death of John Lennon.
Residence Hall
Residence Hall
Dormitories, Students, Susquehanna University
This photo shows a typical dorm room as it appeared in 1985. Can you name at least one popular film of the time? Also, note the student using an electric typewriter, before the rise of the personal computer, as well as the cassette player on the table to the left.
Residence Hall
Residence Hall
Dormitories, Susquehanna University
Creative ways to make the most of the space in a multiple occupancy dorm room are illustrated here. The year was 1984 and clearly a sound system was a necessity to enjoy music on vinyl as well as cassette tape.