Susquehanna University - 1895 to 1939

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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 1895 through 1939.
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Susquehanna Unversity S.A.T.C. Band
Susquehanna Unversity S.A.T.C. Band
Student Army Training Corps, Bands, Students, Military bands, Universities & colleges, Susquehanna University
After the United States entered World War I, Susquehanna University saw a resulting decline in its student population and in its income. In order to save the University financially, President Aikens negotiated successfully with the federal government to bring the Student Army Training Corps to campus. The S.A.T.C. Band was formed to play during parades and celebrations. This photo was taken in front of Seibert Hall.
United States Army Ambulance Corps Reunion
United States Army Ambulance Corps Reunion
Reunions, Military service, Susquehanna University, United States Army Ambulance Corps, Military organizations, Universities and colleges
In 1939, on Homecoming Day at Susquehanna University, the United States Army Ambulance Corps - Sections 574 and 584 - held a reunion. During World War I, men from Susquehanna University, Selinsgrove, and other surrounding areas had examinations and were sworn in at the old Alumni Gymnasium on campus. Then they left for their training in Allentown, PA. While serving, they were responsible for the collection and transport of wounded soldiers by ambulance to a field hospital for medical attention.
University Soldiers are Missed
University Soldiers are Missed
Students, World War 1914-1918, Susquehanna University, Student organizations
After the United States entered World War I, Susquehanna University saw a resulting decline in its male student population. The editors of the Lanthorn mentioned this decline in their greetings.
Woman's Athletic Club
Woman's Athletic Club
Athletic clubs, Women, Students, Universities & colleges, Susquehanna University
On September 29th, 1930, the Women's Athletic Club, later called the Women's Athletic Association, was organized. The club's purpose was to foster an interest in girls' athletics.
Women's Sports
Women's Sports
Archery, Women, Sports, Universities & colleges, Susquehanna University
Women students in their gym uniforms practice hitting archery targets. The building in the background is the new Alumni Gymnasium.
Women's Sports
Women's Sports
Archery, Women, Sports, Universities & colleges, Susquehanna University
Women's athletic activity was progressive in the 1930s as shown by the formation of the Women's Athletic Association in 1930 to coordinate competitive sports for women, by increased intramural contests, and by an institutional encouragement of women's athletics. The featured photo shows women students in their gym uniforms during archery target practice. The building in the background is the new Alumni Gymnasium.
Women's Sports, Archery
Women's Sports, Archery
Archery, Women, Sports, Universities & colleges, Susquehanna University
This photo shows a woman student in her gym uniform during archery target practice.
Young Women's Christian Association
Young Women's Christian Association
Young Women's Christian associations, Parties, Students, Universities & colleges, Susquehanna University
The Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) was organized in 1903. Its first President was Caroline R. Enders. Like the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) before them, the YWCA sponsored theme parties, dances and lectures. The theme in the photograph, taken in 1914, is the "Old Maids' Convention". In 1935 the YMCA and YWCA merged into the Student Christian Association.