Susquehanna University - 1990 to 1999

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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 1990 through 1999.
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Dining Service
Dining Service
Evert Dining Hall, Degenstein Campus Center, Students, Cafeterias, Susquehanna University
Students take a break from class and unwind with some some good conversation over dinner in the Evert Dining Hall in this 1996 image.
Dining Service
Dining Service
Degenstein Campus Center, Handbooks, Susquehanna University, Cafeterias
All students residing on campus are required to have meals in the Degenstein Campus Center dining hall using their student ID as their meal ticket. Guests may also dine for a fee. This image itemized the cost of meals in 1990.
Dining Service
Dining Service
Crusader Castle, Degenstein Campus Center, Susquehanna University, Encore Cafe
Another option for dining for students was the Encore Café, established in 1992. Formally the Crusader Castle, the Encore Café, located in the lower level of the Degenstein Campus Center, offered quick meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Hours of operations were later than those of the Evert Dining Hall giving students the chance to grab a bite to eat if they had missed meal time in the cafeteria.
Disabilities Act
Disabilities Act
American Disabilities Act, People with disabilities, Buildings, Susquehanna University
In January of 1992 an American Disabilities Act was passed. All buildings were required to be equipped for "the hearing impaired, the blind and those with limited use of their hands, arms and legs".
Dorm room
Dorm room
Dormitories, Susquehanna University
So neat even mom would be proud! This image gives us a glimpse of the typical dorm room, the student's home away from home, in 1995.
Dr. Donald D. Housley
Dr. Donald D. Housley
Housley, Donald D., 1940-, Susquehanna University
Shown in this 1994 image is University Historian and Professor Emeritus, Dr. Donald Housley, researching material for his book on the history of Susquehanna University. The book would be released under the title Susquehanna University, 1858-2000: A Goodly Heritage, in 2007.
ESPA Union
ESPA Union
Labor unions, Cunningham, Joel, Susquehanna University, ESPA Union
On September 6, 1994, President Joel Cunningham sent a memorandum to faculty and staff informing them that the ESPA union would discontinue its organizing efforts on campus due to lack of interest. The letter shown in this image was sent to staff members.
Fisher Science Hall
Fisher Science Hall
Fisher Science Hall, Buildings, Susquehanna University, Building dedications, Gettig, William, Ross, Samuel, Weis, Robert, Isaacs, Lawrence
The rededication of Fisher Science Hall was held on October 28, 1990. Shown at the ribbon cutting ceremony at the building's new entrance are, from left to right, William Gettig, Chairman of the Science Planning Committee, Samuel Ross '54, Chairman of the Science Funding Committee, Robert Weis, Steering Committee Chair and Lawrence Isaacs '43, National Campaign Chair.
Football
Football
Football, Football players, Susquehanna University
Four of SU's gridmen pose in this 1993 photograph.
Frontline
Frontline
Frontline, Music, Music ensembles, Fries, Jack, Students, Susquehanna University
The musical group Frontline, a vocal jazz ensemble founded and directed by Associate Professor of Music Jack Fries, is shown in front of the Blough-Weis Library performing "Oh, What a Beautiful Morning" for the "CBS This Morning" show on May 20, 1996.
"Good Morning America" Interview
"Good Morning America" Interview
Fraternities & sororities, Hazing, Cunningham, Joel, Gibson, Charlie, Good Morning America, Seibert Hall, Susquehanna University
In September of 1991, University President Joel Cunningham was interviewed by Good Morning America's Charlie Gibson in regard to fraternity hazing and efforts to prevent it. In this photograph, President Cunningham is shown preparing for the interview in front of Seibert Hall.
Handbell Choir
Handbell Choir
Handbell Choir, Bells, Students, Susquehanna University
In the spring of 1995, Susquehanna University Handbell Choir was formed through a grant from the Edna M. Sheary Charity-Trust. When not in use, the bells were stored under fabric donated by the Sunbury Textile Mills. The choir's first performance was held in the Weber Chapel Auditorium during Sunday Worship on April 2, 1995. Each member of the choir was responsible for playing three or four of the 61 hand bells.
High School Summer Workshop
High School Summer Workshop
Students, Journalism, Broadcasting, Susquehanna University, Workshops
The summer workshop series at Susquehanna afforded high school students the opportunity to learn more about a variety of fields including business and communication. The hands-on training included field trips, guest speakers and group discussion. Media in the 1990s and business issues were the focus of the summer workshops presented by the University in July 1990.
Homecoming
Homecoming
Homecomings, Arthur, Douglas, Freeman, Jane, Apple, Jane, O'Connor, Nancy, Susquehanna University
As a sign of true dedication to the University, Douglas Arthur '49, Jane Freeman, Jane Apple and Nancy O'Connor brave the elements and enjoy the festivities at Homecoming in 1990.
Homecoming
Homecoming
Schedules (Time plans), Susquehanna University, Homecomings
Homecoming 1991 offered campus visitors a memorable experience. Events included a pep rally, an antique and classic car show and a parade and concert.
The Inquiring Photographer
The Inquiring Photographer
Sexual harassment, Public opinion, Susquehanna University
The Clarence Thomas hearings of 1991 brought the topic of sexual harrasement to the nation's attention. The question of how this would affect the campus community was put to students with most feeling it would have no affect on them in the present but would in the future as they entered the workforce.
Inquiring Photographer
Inquiring Photographer
Public opinion, Students, Susquehanna University
In 1994, Susquehanna University was ranked as the number one Liberal Arts school in the Northeast Region. The Crusader's Inquiring Photographer wanted to know why students felt that was true. Most students agreed that it was because of the academic programs and standards as well as the student/teacher relationships.
Inquiring Photographer
Inquiring Photographer
Students, Public opinion, Email, Susquehanna University
The advent of email in the early 1990s opened a whole new world of communication for students, faculty and staff. The Crusader's Inquiring Photographer asked students how the University's new email system had affected them. While some thought the new system was a good way to keep in touch with friends, others felt that the system was down too often for it to be useful.
Invitation
Invitation
Jane Conrad Apple Room, Building dedications, Blough-Weis Library, Susquehanna University, Apple, Jane Conrad
On January 22, 1990, the Jane Conrad Apple Rare Books Room located on the second floor of the Blough-Weis Library was dedicated in honor of Jane Conrad Apple, a distinguished member of the Susquehanna University community. The room reflects Apple's fondness for the Elizabethan period and also holds first and limited editions of the works of William Shakespeare.
ISMS Week
ISMS Week
Office of Multicultural Affairs, ISMS week, students, Susquehanna University
Sponsored by the Multicultural Affairs, ISMS Week was held on campus for the first time in 1990. The name ISMS was derived from the -ism of words such as racism, sexism, and heterosexualism. Student Association for Cultural Awareness, National Organization for Women, Black Student Union, and the Gay and Lesbian Alliance for Susquehanna Students helped to plan the event. Each night lectures were held and the week ended with a dance at the International House.