1950-1959

Construction of Drayer Hall, 1952

This post features clips of the construction of Drayer Hall and the Sadler Curtilage at Dickinson Law School in 1952. Drayer Hall, which opened in 1952, was the first dormitory built at Dickinson College exclusively for women. The Baird Biology Building, which is on Morgan Field, is also visible...

Men's Glee Club - College Songs, 1953

This post features an album by Dickinson College's Men's Glee Club. The album was released on two discs, each with two sides, for a total of 11 songs. To listen to a specific song, please use the Timestamps sheet below.

Phil Anderson wrote the album description, James Mackie was the...

Men's Glee Club - College Songs, 1954

This post features an album by Dickinson College's Men's Glee Club. The album was released on two discs, each with two sides, for a total of 12 songs. To listen to a specific song, please use the Timestamps sheet below.

George M. Gill wrote the album description, Laurence Radtke was the...

Football Game vs. Lycoming College, 1956

This video includes clips of a football game between Dickinson College and Lycoming College on November 3, 1956. This game, which Lycoming wins 13-0, is held at Dickinson's Biddle field.

Priestley Award Lecture by Edward Teller, 1957

Dr. Edward Teller (second from left) receives the Priestley Award from President Edel (far left) on March 28, 1957

This post features a speech by Edward Teller, the recipient of the 1957 Joseph Priestley Award. The award is given out every academic year in recognition of a person's contribution to the scientific world. Dr. Teller received the award for his work in nuclear physics.

Homecoming Queen and Spirit Displays, 1958

This video includes clips from Dickinson's Homecoming Weekend on November 8, 1958. The first part features footage of Homecoming Queen Joan Spire receiving her honors from Bill Smith, Interfraternity Council President, on Biddle Field. The second part includes clips of various floats and school...

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