Computer Center, UNIVAC, photo 2

This image shows part of a new UNIVAC computer for the Computer Center at Appalachian State University (1967-current) being moved by four men from a truck in December 1970. Cannon Hall, built, 1968, Lovill Hall, built 1966, and Hoey Hall, built 1966, are visible in the background. The UNIVAC 9400 arrived in 18 pieces and was valued at $500,000. It was being leased by the University and expected to multiply by ten times the services of the Computer Center. The Computer Center began in 1968 and offered computing support for administrative offices and a laboratory for computer science students.

Technology

Appalachian State University

General Picture Files, 2004.040, Box 9, College of Business F2, C14.2.2.3.

University Archives, Appalachian State University

1970-12

JPEG

Photographs

English

Image

Appalachian State University. Information Technology Services

Series 6 -- Colleges, Departments, Offices, and Centers

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