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Homecoming Game, circa 1960

This image shows a football game being played during Homecoming on College Field at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) in the 1960s. Newland Hall, built 1939, can be seen in the background. College Field served as the primary football and track field for Appalachian State until the construction of Conrad Stadium, built 1962. It was located on the current location of Rankin Science Hall. Banners being held up read, "Welcome Alumni," and "Go Appalachian Go."
Conrad Stadium Construction, 1961, photo 5

This image shows three employees kneeling on the new football field at Conrad Stadium during its construction at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) in 1961-62. Visible are Business Manager Ned Trivette on the left and James E. Stone, director of Summer Sessions, on the right. Located at the far southern end of Appalachian State, the stadium was completed in 1962, rebuilt in 1979 and was renamed Kidd Brewer Stadium in 1988. It replaced College Field, the previous football field located at the current location of Rankin Science Hall, built 1963.
Conrad Stadium, goalpost

This image shows three children removing decorations from a goalpost at William J. Conrad Stadium at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) in 1967. Located at the far southern end of Appalachian State, the stadium was completed in 1962, rebuilt in 1979 and was renamed Kidd Brewer Stadium in 1988. It replaced College Field, the previous football field located at the current location of Rankin Science Hall, built 1963.
Broyhill Inn Construction, circa 1970

This image shows a construction worker standing in front of a bulldozer clearning land south of Appalachian State University (1967-current) for the planned Broyhill Inn and Conference Center in the early 1970s. The Broyhill Inn and Conference Center, completed in 1972, is located at the southern end of Appalachian State University off Bodenheimer Drive. It housed the Center for Continuing Education and was first known as the Broyhill Building for the Center for Continuing Education.
Aerial Views, Conrad Stadium and Justice Hall, 1962

This image shows an aerial view of Conrad Stadium, built 1962, and Justice Hall, built 1952, at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) in the 1960s. Located at the far southern end of Appalachian State, the stadium was completed in 1962, rebuilt in 1979 and was renamed Kidd Brewer Stadium in 1988. It replaced College Field, the previous football field located at the current location of Rankin Science Hall, built 1963. Justice Hall served as a dormitory for men and could house up to 322 students.
Cone Residence Hall, kitchen, photo 2

This image shows three students in the kitchen in Cone Residence Hall, built 1968, at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in the 1970s. Two students can be seen sitting at the table while a third stands by the sink. Cone was a women's dormitory and held 300 students. It is part of the Pennacle Community, along with Appalachian Heights, Coffey, and East Halls.
Chancellor's Residence, interior, 1980, photo 2

This is an image of the interior of the Chancellor's Residence at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in June 1980. Chairs, tables, and a couch can be seen. At the time, it was the home of Dr. John E. Thomas (1979-1993). It was built in 1957, and located on the southern end of campus.
Plemmons Student Union, winter, circa 1970

This image shows the western side of Plemmons Student Union, built 1967, at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) after a snowfall in the early 1970s. Part of the University Bookstore, built 1969, can be seen on the left. Snow-covered sidewalks can be seen in the foreground.
Campus Views, circa 1966

This image shows part of the Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) campus in the 1960s. Visible are the rear views of the Home Management House, built 1965, Faculty Apartments, built 1938 and later renamed Coffey Hall, and North Hall, built 1940 and later renamed Workman Hall. Bowie Residence Hall, built 1966, can be seen in the distance.
Conrad Stadium, sign

This image shows the sign for William J. Conrad Stadium at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) in the 1960s. Located at the far southern end of Appalachian State, the stadium was completed in 1962, rebuilt in 1979 and was renamed Kidd Brewer Stadium in 1988. It replaced College Field, the previous football field located at the current location of Rankin Science Hall, built 1963. The sign reads, "William J Conrad Stadium Dedicated 1962."
University Bookstore Construction, 1968

This image shows students walking by a fence positioned around the former location of the College Bookstore, built 1934, at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) after its demolition in 1967. The Education Building, built 1925, can be seen in the background. The old College Bookstore occupied a room in the hallway of the second Administration Building, built 1924, until 1934, when it moved into a brick building at the corner of Locust St. and College Ave., where the current University Bookstore is located. In addition to renting and selling textbooks, it also provided Appalachian State merchandise, supplies, and refreshments, while the second floor provided space for three apartments. A snack bar was added in 1955. In 1967, the building was demolished to make way for a new, larger University Bookstore, completed in 1969.
Chapell Wilson Hall, interior, 1967

This image shows a hallway inside Chapell Wilson Hall, built 1938, at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) in May 1967. The building was first used as Appalachian High School (1938-1965) until 1965, when it was renovated for use by Appalachian State. It was renamed Chapell Wilson Hall in 1971.
Cone Residence Hall, kitchen, photo 1

This image shows five students sitting watching television in the kitchen in Cone Residence Hall, built 1968, at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in the 1970s. Cone was a women's dormitory and held 300 students. It is part of the Pennacle Community, along with Appalachian Heights, Coffey, and East Halls.
Chapell Wilson Hall, auditorium, 1967

This image shows the inside of the auditorium in Chapell Wilson Hall, built 1938, at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) in May 1967. The building was first used as Appalachian High School (1938-1965) until 1965, when it was renovated for use by Appalachian State. It was renamed Chapell Wilson Hall in 1971.
College Bookstore Demolition, 1967, photo 4

This image shows remains of the College Bookstore, built 1934, after being demolished at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) in 1967. The Education Building, built 1925, can be seen in the background. The old College Bookstore occupied a room in the hallway of the second Administration Building, built 1924, until 1934, when it moved into a brick building at the corner of Locust St. and College Ave., where the current University Bookstore is located. In addition to renting and selling textbooks, it also provided Appalachian State merchandise, supplies, and refreshments, while the second floor provided space for three apartments. A snack bar was added in 1955. In 1967, the building was demolished to make way for a new, larger University Bookstore, completed in 1969.
I. G. Greer Expansion, 1967, photo 2

This image shows I. G. Greer Hall, built 1950, at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) during its expansion in 1967. Piles of dirt and construction supplies can be seen on the grounds in preparation for adding a wing on the western side of the building. It housed the Music and Art Departments, and in included an auditorium and music library. It now houses Student Services, office of the College of Arts and Sciences, International Programs, and the Department of Philosophy and Religion.
Belk Library, first, winter, circa 1970, photo 2

This image shows the entrance to the first Belk Library, built 1968, at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) after a snowfall in the early 1970s. The western corner of Watauga Hall, built 1929, can be seen on the right. The Belk Library was completed in 1968 and opened in 1969. It served as the main campus library until 2005, when it was replaced by the newly constructed Belk Library and Information Commons. It is now known as the Library Classroom Building.
Belk Library, first, winter, circa 1970, photo 1

This image shows the front of the first Belk Library, built 1968, at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) after a snowfall in the early 1970s. The western corner of Watauga Hall, built 1929, can be seen on the left, and Varsity Gym, built 1968, can be seen in the background. The Belk Library was completed in 1968 and opened in 1969. It served as the main campus library until 2005, when it was replaced by the newly constructed Belk Library and Information Commons. It is now known as the Library Classroom Building.
Student Dormitories, circa 1966, photo 1

This image shows a view of the campus dormitories on the western side of campus at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in 1966. Visible are White Residence Hall, built 1966, Doughton Residence Hall, built 1963, Hoey Residence Hall, built 1966, and Lovill Residence Hall, built 1966. Bare dirt patches can be seen in front of recently completed Lovill and White Halls.
Bookstore, first, exterior, photo 3

This image shows the exterior of the College Bookstore, built 1934, at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) in 1967. Plemmons Student Union, built 1967, can be seen in the background. The old College Bookstore occupied a room in the hallway of the second Administration Building, built 1924, until 1934, when it moved into a brick building at the corner of Locust St. and College Ave., where the current University Bookstore is located. In addition to renting and selling textbooks, it also provided Appalachian State merchandise, supplies, and refreshments, while the second floor provided space for three apartments. A snack bar was added in 1955. In 1967, the building was demolished to make way for a new, larger University Bookstore, completed in 1969.
Home Economics Building, 1962

This image shows the Home Economics Building, built 1905, at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) in 1962. It was originally the first Administration Building before the completion of the second Administration Building in 1924, and was renovated to serve as home for the Department of Home Economics. The Department moved to L. S. Dougherty Hall in 1962, and the building was then used by the Department of Business Education and served as the home management residence for the Department of Home Economics. It was demolished in the mid-1960s and was located at the present location of B. B. Dougherty Administration Building, built 1968.
Bookstore, first, exterior, photo 2

This image shows the first College Bookstore at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) during its extension in the 1961. The building was renovated in 1955 and 1961. The old College Bookstore occupied a room in the hallway of the second Administration Building, built 1924, until 1934, when it moved into a brick building at the corner of Locust St. and College Ave., where the current University Bookstore is located. In addition to renting and selling textbooks, it also provided Appalachian State merchandise, supplies, and refreshments, while the second floor provided space for three apartments. A snack bar was added in 1955. In 1967, the building was demolished to make way for a new, larger University Bookstore, completed in 1969.
Chancellor's Residence, interior, 1980, photo 1

This is an image of the interior of the Chancellor's Residence at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in June 1980. Chairs, couches, and a fireplace can be seen. At the time, it was the home of Dr. John E. Thomas (1979-1993). It was built in 1957, and located on the southern end of campus.
Campus Views, circa 1963, photo 2

This image shows southern view of the Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) campus around 1962-63. Visible in the foreground are Rankin Science Hall, built 1963 and still under construction, the Men's Gymnasium, built 1934, and Broome-Kirk Gymnasium, built 1955. In the background are the second Administration Building, built 1924, Dauph-Blan/Watauga Hall, built 1929, the first White Hall, built 1924, the Women's Gymnasium, built 1924, Welborn Cafeteria, built 1925, and the smokestack attached to the Steam Plant, built 1924. This image was taken from the roof of Newland Hall.
College Bookstore Demolition, 1967, photo 3

This image shows the original 1934 section of the College Bookstore before its demolition at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) in 1967. The old College Bookstore occupied a room in the hallway of the second Administration Building, built 1924, until 1934, when it moved into a brick building at the corner of Locust St. and College Ave., where the current University Bookstore is located. In addition to renting and selling textbooks, it also provided Appalachian State merchandise, supplies, and refreshments, while the second floor provided space for three apartments. A snack bar was added in 1955. In 1967, the building was demolished to make way for a new, larger University Bookstore, completed in 1969.
Chancellor's Residence, circa 1960

This is an image of the southern (rear) side of the Chancellor's Residence at Appalachian State Teacher's College (1929-1967) in the 1960s. At the time, it was the home of Dr. William Howard Plemmons (1955-1969). It was built in 1957, and located on the southern end of campus.
I. G. Greer Expansion, 1967, photo 2

This image shows I. G. Greer Hall, built 1950, at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) during its expansion in 1967. Piles of dirt and construction supplies can be seen on the grounds in preparation for adding a wing on the western side of the building. Welborn Cafeteria, built 1925, can be seen in the background. It housed the Music and Art Departments, and in included an auditorium and music library. It now houses Student Services, office of the College of Arts and Sciences, International Programs, and the Department of Philosophy and Religion.
College Bookstore Demolition, 1967, photo 2

This image shows the demolition of the College Bookstore, built 1934, at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) in 1967. The 1955 addition can be seen mostly removed, while the older original building stands on the left. The old College Bookstore occupied a room in the hallway of the second Administration Building, built 1924, until 1934, when it moved into a brick building at the corner of Locust St. and College Ave., where the current University Bookstore is located. In addition to renting and selling textbooks, it also provided Appalachian State merchandise, supplies, and refreshments, while the second floor provided space for three apartments. A snack bar was added in 1955. In 1967, the building was demolished to make way for a new, larger University Bookstore, completed in 1969.
Frank and Belk Residence Hall Construction, 1979

This image shows the construction of Frank and Belk Residence Halls, both completed in 1980, at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in August 1979. Belk served as a women's dormitory and Frank a men's dormitory. It is part of the Stadium Heights Community of residence halls. The NASA windmill can be seen on top of Howard's Knob in the background.
I. G. Greer Hall, winter, circa 1970

This image shows the southern side of I. G. Greer Hall, built 1950, at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) after a snowfall in the early 1970s. It housed the Music and Art Departments, and in included an auditorium and music library. It now houses Student Services, office of the College of Arts and Sciences, International Programs, and the Department of Philosophy and Religion. This image shows the southern entrance to the building from the east side.
Students Making Snowballs, circa 1955

This image shows two students making snowballs after a snowfall at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) in the 1950s. Two women in winter coats can be seen standing outside what is likely Watauga County Hospital, built 1932 and later renamed Founders Hall, holding balls of snow.
Broyhill Inn and Conference Center, entrance, photo 1

This image shows the front entrance of the Broyhill Inn and Conference Center, built 1972, at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in 1985-86. A buggy is visible through the windows above the door. The Broyhill Inn and Conference Center is located at the southern end of Appalachian State University off Bodenheimer Drive. It housed the Center for Continuing Education and was first known as the Broyhill Building for the Center for Continuing Education. This image appears in the 1986 Rhododendron (p. 226)
Broyhill Inn and Conference Center, lobby, photo 3

This image shows the lobby of the Broyhill Inn and Conference Center, built 1972, at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in 1985-86. Two people can be seen standing in the background. The Broyhill Inn and Conference Center is located at the southern end of Appalachian State University off Bodenheimer Drive. It housed the Center for Continuing Education and was first known as the Broyhill Building for the Center for Continuing Education. This image appears in the 1986 Rhododendron (p. 226).
Broyhill Inn and Conference Center, lobby, photo 4

This image shows the registration desk in the lobby of the Broyhill Inn and Conference Center, built 1972, at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in 1985-86. An employee can be seen behind the counter. The Broyhill Inn and Conference Center is located at the southern end of Appalachian State University off Bodenheimer Drive. It housed the Center for Continuing Education and was first known as the Broyhill Building for the Center for Continuing Education. This image appears in the 1986 Rhododendron (p. 229).
Campus Views, circa 1963, photo 1

This image shows the Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) campus around 1962-63. Visible in the foreground are Rankin Science Hall, built 1963 and still under construction, and the Men's Gymnasium, built 1934. In the background are the second Administration Building, built 1924, Dauph-Blan/Watauga Hall, built 1929, the first White Hall, built 1924, the Women's Gymnasium, built 1924, North Hall, built 1938, and the Faculty Apartments, built 1953,
Campus Views, circa 1955

This image shows three buildings at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) in the 1950s. Visible from left to right are the Women's Gymnasium, built 1924, Dauph-Blan/Watauga Residence Hall, built 1929, and Welborn Cafeteria, built 1925.
White Residence Hall, first, east

This image shows the eastern side of the first White Residence Hall, built 1924, at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) in the 1960s. The Faculty Apartments, built 1938 and later renamed Coffey Hall, can be seen in the background. The structure faced south on the Promenade, and was located between Lovill Home, built 1915, and Dauph-Blan/Watauga Hall, built 1929, across from Welborn Cafeteria, built 1925. It served as a dormitory for women, and was demolished in June 1968.
D. D. Dougherty Library, rear, 1962

This image shows the rear addition of D. D. Dougherty Library, built 1935, at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) in March 1962. The building had been renovated and extended in 1955 and 1960, with a new front and an addition being added in the rear. The Dougherty Library contained more than 100,000 volumes and housed the Curriculum Library, the Juvenile Library, and the Department of Library Science. It was the main campus library from 1935 to 1969, when the first Belk Library opened.
Campus Snow Scenes, circa 1965, photo 3

This image shows two students walking on the sidewalk beside D. D. Dougherty Library, built 1935, after a snowfall at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) in the 1960s. The first College Bookstore, built 1934, can be seen in the background.
Broyhill Inn and Conference Center, wagon, 1986

This image shows a wagon with barrels positioned outside one of the entrances to the Broyhill Inn and Conference Center, built 1972, at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in 1985-86. The Broyhill Inn and Conference Center is located at the southern end of Appalachian State University off Bodenheimer Drive. It housed the Center for Continuing Education and was first known as the Broyhill Building for the Center for Continuing Education. This image appears in the 1987 Rhododendron (p. 176).
White Residence Hall, first, 1962

This image shows the western view of the front entrance to White Hall, built 1924 at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) in March 1962. Two students can be seen walking along the sidewalk in front of the building. The structure faced south on the Promenade, and was located between Lovill Home, built 1915, and Dauph-Blan/Watauga Hall, built 1929, across from Welborn Cafeteria, built 1925. It served as a dormitory for women, and was demolished in 1968.
Broyhill Inn and Conference Center, lobby, photo 1

This image shows the lobby of the Broyhill Inn and Conference Center, built 1972, at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in 1985-86. The check in desk can be seen on the right, and a buggy is visible above the entrance. The Broyhill Inn and Conference Center is located at the southern end of Appalachian State University off Bodenheimer Drive. It housed the Center for Continuing Education and was first known as the Broyhill Building for the Center for Continuing Education. This image appears in the 1986 Rhododendron (p. 227)
Education Building, circa 1955

This image shows the northern side of the Education Building, built 1925, at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967). A traffic light can be seen in the foreground. First built as Boone Grade School, the building housed Appalachian Elementary School, otherwise known as the Demonstration Elementary School, from 1925 to 1954, when it was moved to Whitener Hall. The Demonstration School was a joint effort between Watauga County Schools and Appalachian State, wherein Watauga County elementary school students would be taught by Appalachian State teachers and students. The school existed from the mid-1920s until 1975. The Education Building was demolished in the late 1960s and was in the current location of the second Belk Library, built 2005.
Broyhill Inn and Conference Center, lobby, photo 2

This image shows people standing in the lobby of the Broyhill Inn and Conference Center, built 1972, at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in 1985-86. The Broyhill Inn and Conference Center is located at the southern end of Appalachian State University off Bodenheimer Drive. It housed the Center for Continuing Education and was first known as the Broyhill Building for the Center for Continuing Education. The man standing on the left is Mr. Carl Fiddler, Plaza Motel owner. This image appears in the 1986 Rhododendron (p. 227).
Broyhill Inn and Conference Center, conference room, 1985

This image shows a conference room in the Broyhill Inn and Conference Center, built 1972, at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in 1985-86. A couch can be seen in the center, and bookshelves are against the wall. The Broyhill Inn and Conference Center is located at the southern end of Appalachian State University off Bodenheimer Drive. It housed the Center for Continuing Education and was first known as the Broyhill Building for the Center for Continuing Education. This image appears in the 1986 Rhododendron (p. 228).
Belk Library, Audio-Visual Services, circa 1975, photo 8

This image shows equipment on shelves in Audio-Visual Services in the first Belk Library at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in the 1970s. Tape players, film projectors, and overhead projects can be seen on the shelves. The Belk Library was completed in 1968 and opened in 1969. It served as the main campus library until 2005, when it was replaced by the newly constructed Belk Library and Information Commons. It was then known as the Library Classroom Building and in 2009 was rededicated as Anne Belk Hall.
Broome-Kirk Gymnasium, rear, photo 2

This image shows the southern side of Broome-Kirk Gymnasium, built 1955, at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) in the 1950s. The Steam Plant and Boone, NC, are visible in the background. A lot can be seen on the left, the later location of Varsity Gym, built 1968. Broome-Kirk Gym housed the Department of Health, Physical Education and Athletics, and was also known as the Broome-Kirk Health and Physical Education Building. It was demolished in the early 2000s to make way for the new Central Dining Hall, completed in 2008.
Belk Library, students, circa 1975, photo 5

This image shows students sitting at tables in the Periodicals Department in the first Belk Library at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in the 1970s. The Belk Library was completed in 1968 and opened in 1969. It served as the main campus library until 2005, when it was replaced by the newly constructed Belk Library and Information Commons. It was then known as the Library Classroom Building and in 2009 was rededicated as Anne Belk Hall.
Library Science Department Faculty, circa 1975

This image shows the staff and faculty of the Department of Library Science standing outside Belk Library, built 1968, at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in the 1970s. The woman seated on the right is Professor Ila Justice and seated next to her is Dr. Mel Busbin. The Department of Library Science was designed for students intending to be librarians, library administrators, or media specialists for school media centers. It became the Department of Educational Media in the College of Learning and Human Development in the late 1970s, and became the Department of Library Science and Educational Foundations in the mid 1980s. The Library Science program is currently within the Department of Leadership and Educational Studies in the Reich College of Education. Library Science coursework has been available at Appalachian State since 1937 and certified since 1942.
Belk Library, sign, circa 1975

This image shows a sign on one of the walls in the first Belk Library at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in the 1970s. The sign reads, "I.D. Card: Everyone must present card for checkout. Loan Period: 14 days, 7-day grace period -- no fines, 1 renewal period of 14 days. Fines: 20?