University Archives Photograph Collection
The University Archives Photograph Collection includes images of postcards, memorabilia, students, athletics, and campus life in general. The collection has been in development since 1878 and provides a glimpse into the history of MSU.
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ROTC, Drill Field
picture taken during an ROTC Drill on the Drill Field--Lee Hall, undergoing renovations after the 1947 fire, is shown in the background. Also, McCain and Carpenter Engineering Buildings are pictured.
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ROTC Rifle Team, Dennis L. Forbes, Wesley Trevett, Michael Holloway, Tim Elam, Roy Blue, Billy E. Wells, Harry Polk
Col. Dennis L. Forbes, professor of Military Science at MSU, (second from left) is shown after presenting awards to members of MSU's Army ROTC Rifle team. From left to right are: Wesley Trevett, Col. Forbes, Michael Holloway, Tim Elam, Roy Blue, Billy E. Wells, and Harry Polk (coach of the team).
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ROTC, Terrence Dowdle, Dennis Forbes
ROTC Cadet Terrence Dowdle is shown with MSU staff member Col. Dennis Forbes, professor of Military Science.
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Roy J. McAllister and George H. Blash
Roy J. McAllister and George H. Blash during pinning of uniform
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Roy Scott, J. G. Shoalmire
Dr. Roy Scott is shown sitting with a pipe in his mouth, while J. G. Shoalmire stands beside him, holding a book the two of them wrote on Cully A. Cobb.
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Roy Scott, J. G. Shoalmire, High School Day
Roy Scott and J. G. Shoalmire are pictured with a horse on the Drill Field during High School Day at MSU
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Roy Scott, J. G. Shoalmire, High School Day
picture of Roy Scott and J. G. Shoalmire along with others in front of Lee Hall on High School Day on the campus of MSU
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Roy V. Scott
Roy V. Scott is pictured at a table with a female student worker as he works out of boxes labeled Extension Service in the library.
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Roy V. Scott
Dr. Roy V. Scott, professor of history at MSU, is pictured examining a copy of his book, ""The Reluctant Farmer.""
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Roy V. Scott
Dr. Roy V. Scott is shown looking at the book The Reluctant Farmer which he wrote himself.
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Roy Wilson, Polly Hutchinson (Blanks), Tau Beta Phi Monument
Roy Wilson and Polly Hutchinson (Blanks) are pictured sitting on the Tau Beta Phi Monument in front of McCain Engineering building.
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R. T. Clapp, Victor B. McNaughton
Dr. R. T. Clapp (right), dean of the School of Forest Resources at MSU, receives the outstanding forester's award for MS from Victor B. McNaughton, last year's recipient and supervisor of the MS National Forests.
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R. T. Walden, R. L. Cook, Gordon E. Jones
R. T. Walden (left) is congratulated by Dr. R. L. Cook (center) and Dr. Gordon E. Jones after receiving the first Doctor of Philosophy degree in physics at MSU.
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Ruby Riggan, Agricultural Day Parade
Ruby Riggan is shown on the Agricultural Engineers' float in the Agricultural Day Parade at MSU.
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Rud B. Robison, Jr., Library Expansion
Rud B. Robison, Jr., an architecture student, is shown with his model of proposed library expansion.
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Rugby, Wayne Ramoski, Ted Nichols, Corkey Newman
picture taken during a rugby game--Players shown are: Wayne Ramoski (bottom), Ted Nichols (top), and Corkey Newman (right).
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Rupert B. Johnson, Don H. Echols, Robert B. Holland, William L. Giles, Walter J. Drapala, Bruce Glick
Don H. Echols (Alumni Association President, second from left) and MSU President W. L. Giles (fourth from left) are shown with Rupert B. Johnson, Dr. Robert B. Holland, Walter J. Drapala, and Dr. Bruce Glick, all of whom received awards from the Alumni Association.
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Russell Coleman, Coy Hines Stennis, Libby Coleman, MSU "M" Club President, Rep. David Bowen, and Mrs. Butts
Russell Coleman, Coy Hines Stennis, Libby Coleman, MSU "M" Club President, Rep. David Bowen, and Mrs. Butts at MSU Alumni Association event
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Rusty Alston, Debra Jo Ivy, Tom Williams
Rusty Alston, Debra Jo Ivy, and Tom Williams, Student Association Official Delegates, are shown on Centennial Proclamation Day.
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Ruth M. Willis, C. R. Cadenhead, T. K. Martin
Ruth Willis (ROTC secretary) is pictured with Col. C. R. Cadenhead and Vice-president of MSU T. K. Martin at a dinner reception.
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Ruth Willis, Dennis L. Forbes
Mrs. Ruth Willis, administrative supervisor of the Army ROTC Instructors Group at MSU, is pictured after receiving a citation for outstanding performance of duty. Presenting her with the citation is Col. Dennis L. Forbes, professor of Military Science and Tactics at MSU.
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R. W. Thames, Omar Craig, J. E. Ruffin, Bill Watson, Tommy Everett, Jack Cook, John Correro, Howard Hammill, Charles Weatherly
Officers of the 1969 MSU Alumni Association are pictured: R. W. Thames, Omar Craig, J. E. Ruffin, Bill Watson, Tommy Everett, Jack Cook, John Correro, Howard Hammill, and Charles Weatherly.
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Sadye Wier
Sadye Wier (center) is pictured with two unidentified females during a reception in her honor.
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Sadye Wier, John F. Marszalek, Jimmy Shoalmire
Mrs. Sadye Wier and Dr. John F. Marszalek (right), associate professor of history at MSU, are pictured with the book they collaborated on to recount the life of Mrs. Wier's late husband, Robert Wier who was the first black to own and operate a business in downtown Starkville. Dr. Jimmy Shoalmire, director of Special Collections in the MSU library, is also pictured.
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Sally Thompkins (1833-1916)
Born in Matthews Co., VA. Worked during the Civil War with the South's wounded soldiers. The first and only female to receive an officer's commission in the Confederate Army. Was a captain.
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Sam Cox
Sam Cox, Student Association President, is shown wearing a cap and gown as he sits with faculty members.
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Sam Cox
Sam Cox, 1977-78 Student Association President, is shown holding on to a door that has a plaque with the word ""president"" on it.
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Sam Land
Dr. Sam Land is shown examining leaves in a forest genetics study of sycamore trees for differences that may be important in their growth.
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Sammy Milner, Donnie Davis, Ted Milton, Dave Phares
MSU's baseball outfielders are pictured from left to right: Sammy Milner, Donnie Davis, Ted Milton, and Dave Phares.
