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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Selinsgrove Hall
Selinsgrove Hall
Selinsgrove Hall, Buildings, Susquehanna University
Selinsgrove Hall, the oldest building on campus, serves as the perfect backdrop for the University's beautiful spring foliage in May of 1990.
Senshu Program
Senshu Program
Senshu Program, International students, Senshu University, Susquehanna University
The Senshu Program began in 1985. The University hosted students from Senshu University in Tokyo, Japan for six weeks. While at the University, students studied law, literature and English conversation.
Sexual Diversity Awareness Coalition
Sexual Diversity Awareness Coalition
Sexual Diversity Awareness Coalition, Students, Susquehanna University
The Sexual Diversity Awareness Coalition (SDAC) was created to promote awareness and respect for sexual diversity. The group sponsored such events as National Coming Out Week, Gay, Lesbian, and Bisexual Awareness Week as well as film nights.
S.H.A.R.E.
S.H.A.R.E.
Susquehanna Hurricane Andrew Relief Expedition, Hurricanes, Construction, Students, Susquehanna University
In 1992, Hurricane Andrew became the second most powerful hurricane in history. In response to the destruction, the student group S.H.A.R.E ( Susquehanna Hurricane Andrew Relief Expedition) led by Chaplain Thomforde, visited the hard hit city of Homestead Florida. The group spent seven days helping to build temporary housing. The group completed one house and started work on three others.
Smith Hall
Smith Hall
Smith Hall, Dormitories, Remodeling, Buildings, Susquehanna University
In 1999, Smith Hall underwent a renovation and expansion as seen in this photo. The three story, double wing building that houses freshmen male and female students, was built in 1961.
Smoking Policy
Smoking Policy
Student handbooks, Dormitories, Susquehanna University, Smoking
Shown is the smoking policy as seen in the 1992 student handbook. Smoking was allowed then in student rooms as long as every one in the room agreed to it. The Residence Life Office was now offering the option of smoke-free residence hall wings. Smoking was permitted in individual, self-contained offices, the third floor bathroom in Selinsgrove Hall, and the side lobbies of Weber Chapel Auditorium. The Physical Education Center and Health Center were the only truly smoke-free areas on campus at this time.
Sterling Communications
Sterling Communications
Sterling Communications, Public relations, Students, Susquehanna University
The student run public relations firm, Sterling Communications was established in October of 1992. By 1993, the group had become quite accomplished. A publicity drive for Sun Home Health Services Inc., which included the drafting and release of press releases as well as the creation of a public service announcement for WQSU-FM were among jobs well done. Members of the group are seen here in their 1993 yearbook photo.
Student Employment
Student Employment
Student employment, Susquehanna University, Dorko, Catherine
Administered by the Financial Aid Office, the Federal Work Study Program offered students part-time work at various locations on campus. The cover of the 1990 Student Employment Handbook was designed by Catherine Dorko, Susquehanna class of 1988.
Student Life
Student Life
Students, Susquehanna University
Before the dawn of the iPod and ear buds, students enjoyed music on portable cassette players with headphones as illustrated in this 1990 image.
Student Life
Student Life
10,000 Maniacs, Weber Chapel, Susquehanna University, Concerts
Following in the footsteps of such acts as "The Doors" and "The Lovin' Spoonful," the popular musical group "10,000 Maniacs" performed in Weber Chapel on November 9, 1990.
Student life
Student life
Students, Roller skating, Susquehanna University
Enjoying his moment in the sun, a student displays his rollerblading skills in this 1990 image.
Student Life
Student Life
Universities & colleges, Students, Susquehanna University, Friendship
Lifelong friendships are formed in the college dorms. These 1995 snapshots of student life at Susquehanna beautifully illustrate those bonds.
Study Buddy Project
Study Buddy Project
Study Buddy Project, Tutoring, Students, Susquehanna University
The aim of the Study Buddy Project was to help Selinsgrove Area Middle School students with their study skills while at the same time presenting a positive role model in the hopes of boosting self esteem. This image shows the Study Buddy members in their 1993 yearbook photo.
Susquehanna University Campus
Susquehanna University Campus
Susquehanna University, Buildings, Aerial photographs
This postcard gives a bird's eye view of the campus in 1994. The buildings shown, front to back, are Selinsgrove Hall, Seibert Hall, Fisher Science Hall and Observatory, Faculty Row, Weber Chapel Auditorium, Charles B. Degenstein Campus Center, the Scholars' House and West Residence Hall.
Susquehanna University Religious Life
Susquehanna University Religious Life
Religious education, Religious groups, Religious services, Students, Susquehanna University, Religion
Although Susquehanna University was founded as a Lutheran school, a variety of religious life events and organizations are available on campus to accommodate the religious backgrounds of all students. Several examples of these organizations are the Catholic Campus Ministry, Hillel, which supports the campus Jewish community, and Chapel Council.
"Take Back the Night" Rally
"Take Back the Night" Rally
Sexual assault awareness, Parades & rallies, Student movements, Susquehanna University
Sponsored by M. A. R. (Men Against Rape) The first "Take Back the Night" rally was held on April 30, 1992. Its purpose was to raise awareness of sexual assault. Numerous speakers initiated the start of the rally, which was followed by a march with participants chanting and holding banners.
Team Spirit
Team Spirit
Events, Students, Susquehanna University, Spectators
This Crusader fan knows it's all about team spirit as he persuades the crowd "2 do the wave."
Technology
Technology
Arthur, Chris, Computers, Students, Susquehanna University
Chris Arthur is seen using his new lap top computer in this 1994 image.
Upstairs Down Bar
Upstairs Down Bar
Upstairs Down Bar, Students, Social & civic facilities, Susquehanna University
A popular place for students to eat drink, and dance was the Upstairs Down Bar, located on Market Street in downtown Selinsgrove. Anyone was allowed to grab a bite to eat or listen to music before 9pm. After 9pm, however, it was a 21-years'-old and older crowd. The establishment also offered live entertainment from student and local bands, DJ music and a 48 inch wide screen TV for Monday night football.
Visiting Lecturer
Visiting Lecturer
Harris, LaDonna, Speakers, Susquehanna University
Sponsored by the Woodrow Wilson program, lecturer LaDonna Harris, a Native American, visited the Susquehanna University campus for two days in March 1993. During her visit she presented a lecture in the Ben Apple Lecture Hall on "Women and Family in Comanche Society." She visited several classes and discussed ethnic, environmental and women's issues.