This image shows the retirement party for Belk Library employees Allie Hodgin and Vera Tunnell at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in 1974. Seen standing behind a table are University Librarian Richard Barker, Periodicals Librarian Vera Tunnell, Reference Librarian Allie Hodgin, and Dean of Learning Resources Al Corum. Hodgin began working in the library in 1934 and Tunnell in 1943.

This image shows a man handing a transparency to a woman standing by an overhead in a classroom during a class in the Department of Library Science at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in the 1970s. 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.

This image shows four faculty and administrative members of Appalachian State University (1967-current) standing in the first Belk Library in the 1970s. Visible are Dean of the Graduate School and folklorist Cratis Williams (Dean of the Graduate School), Dean of Learning Resources Al Corum, Curator of the Appalachian Collection Charlotte Ross, and University President William Howard Plemmons (1955-1969). 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.

This image shows staff, faculty, and students in the Department of Library Science standing outside Plemmons Student Union, built 1967, at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in the 1970s. First row far left is Professor Ila Justice. Second row far left is Ms. Sylvia Peay, secretary. 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.

This image shows a student worker picking up books from a bookcart for reshelving 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.

This image shows four staff members in the first Belk Library at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in a lounge 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.

This image shows a library employee checking to make sure a book was checked out by the student before leaving the first Belk Library in the 1970s. She can be seen sitting at a desk looking at the back cover of the book while the student watches on the left. The sign on the desk reads, "All books and materials must be presented at this desk... clearance." 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.

This image shows the interior of one of the completed floors in the first Belk Library in June 1968. 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.

This image shows two employees in Technical Services sitting in front of typewriters in the first Belk Library in the 1970s. Employee Norma Wilcox can be seen on the left. 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.

This image shows staff member John Heaton in the Acquisitions Department in the first Belk Library in the 1970s. Another employee 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.

This image shows Librarian Richard Barker standing with a man and looking at a bound book of maps in the first Belk Library in the 1970s. The stacks 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.

This image shows three members of the staff at the first Belk Library in the 1970s. Librarian Richard Barker can be seen standing next to Al Corum, dean of Learning Resources. An unidentified woman is seen sitting at a desk. Barker was university librarian from 1973 until 1991, and Corum served as dean of Learning Resources from 1970 until 1984. The stacks 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.

This image shows the first Belk Library under construction in October 1967. Cranes can be seen constructing the outer frame of the building. 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.

This image shows the construction of the extension for first Belk Library in 1978-79. Workers can be seen standing on the top floor. 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. Rankin Science Hall, built 1963, in the background on the left.

This image shows a student standing at the Reference Desk in the first Belk Library in the 1970s. Four library employees can be seen standing behind the desk, including Keith Hill and Allie Hodgin on the right. Second from the left is Ms. Audrey Hartley. 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.

This image shows librarian Zeb Shook shelving a box of magazines in the stacks at the first Belk Library in the 1970s. The Belk Library was completed in 1968 and opened in 1969. Shook served as librarian in the library since 1953. 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.

This image shows the front entrance of the first Belk Library from the south in the late 1970s. Students can be seen sitting on the stone walls, and the windmill that stood on Howard's Knob from 1979 to 1983 is 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.

This image shows the construction of the extension for first Belk Library in 1978-79. 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. Varsity Gym, built 1968, and Rankin Science Hall, built 1963, can be seen in the background on the left.

This image shows the staff of the Special Collections Department in the first Belk Library in the 1970s. Seen standing are Thomas Gunn, Jane Snyder, Nancy Cook, and Charlotte Ross, and seen sitting are Carolyn Jameson and Pat Farthing. Special Collections includes the W. L. Eury Appalachian Collection, Rare Books and Manuscripts, the Stock Car Collection, and University Archives. 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.

This image shows students standing at the Circulation Desk in the first Belk Library in the 1970s. Library employees Earlene Campbell and Iva Dean Day can be seen standing on the left. The stacks can be seen in the background. The man with the pipe on the right is Dr. Carl Messere, Accounting Dept and head football coach. 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.

This image shows the eastern view of the extension for first Belk Library during its construction in July 1979. 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.

This image shows the beginning of the construction of the extension for first Belk Library in August 1978. 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. Varsity Gym, built 1968, and Rankin Science Hall, built 1963, and three campus dormitories can be seen in the background.

This image shows a staff Christmas party held in the lobby of B. B. Dougherty Administration Building, built 1968, at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in the 1960s. Staff can be seen untangling Christmas lights around the room. Standing on the far left is Ms. Verdola Cook who was the University Foundation Accountant. Seated on the left is Ms. Carolyn Taylor who was the Chancellor's Administrative Assistant.

This image shows five-year-old Norma Sue Miller pulling a book from a small collection of children's books propped on a table between a set of bricks in the first Belk Library. Library Director W. L. Eury can be seen watching on the right. Eury began working at the library at Appalachian in 1929 and served as the library director from 1945-1970. Belk Library officially 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. The Juvenile Collection was one of four special collections, including the Curriculum Library, Library Science Professional Collection, and the Music Library.

This image shows the exterior of B. B. Dougherty Administration Building during its construction on August 28, 1967. The building frame can be seen in the center, and piles of bricks can be seen on the left. The third Administration Building housed the administrative offices of the University and replaced the second Administration Building, built 1924 and destroyed by fire in 1966.

This image shows the southeast corner of the first Belk Library at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in the late 1970s or early 1980s. It was completed in 1968 and opened in 1969. Belk 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.

This image shows a staff Christmas party held in the lobby of B. B. Dougherty Administration Building, built 1968, at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in the 1960s. Three staff members can be seen standing on a balcony singing carols off of cards and wearing paper hats. Dr. Strickland was Assistant Dean of the Graduate School is on the far left of the image. The man on the far right is Mr. C.H. Gilstrap, Director of Admissions. The Christmas tree can be seen in the foreground.

This image shows the exterior of B. B. Dougherty Administration Building, built 1974, at Appalachian State University (1967-current) on November 21, 1974. A fallen tree can be seen in the foreground. The third Administration Building housed the administrative offices of the University and replaced the second Administration Building, built 1924 and destroyed by fire in 1966.

This image shows a staff Christmas party held in the lobby of B. B. Dougherty Administration Building, built 1968, at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in the 1960s. President William Howard Plemmons (1955-1969) can be seen standing on the balcony, laughing, and two staff members can be partially seen on the first floor. On the right is Mr. Robert Snead, Vice President for Development and Public Affairs.

This image shows a staff Christmas party held in the lobby of B. B. Dougherty Administration Building, built 1968, at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in the late 1960s. A man can be seen standing dressed as Santa Claus and holding a bag. In the background on the far left is Mr. Robert Snead, Vice President for Development and Public Affairs. Next to Mr. Snead is Mr. Ned Trivette, Vice President for. Business Affairs

This image shows Hagaman Hall, built 1952, at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in the 1980s. Hagaman served as the University Health Services Medical Center after Watauga County Hospital, built 1932, was renovated and became the Administration Building Annex in 1968. Health Services was later moved to the Annas Student Services Building, built 1981. Hagaman was located in the current location of Durham Park. The B. B. Dougherty Administration Building, built 1968, and Administration Building Annex, built 1932, can be seen in the background.

This image shows a student speaking with a library employee at the Circulation Desk in the first Belk Library in the 1970s. The stacks 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 was then known as the Library Classroom Building and in 2009 was rededicated as Anne Belk Hall. The library employee pictured is Ms. Gaye Golds.

This image shows a student holding a pile of paperback books being shelved in the paperback co-op section of the stacks in the first Belk Library in the 1970s. The paperback co-op section was comprised of donated books for users. The sign reads, "Paperback Co-op," Paperbacks do not have to be checked out, please re-shelve unborrowed books, please limit number of books borrowed at one time, please return books promptly. The paperback co-op depends upon donations--please place your donated books in the box beneath this sign." The Belk Library was completed in 1968 and opened in 1969. Belk 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.

This image shows a student speaking with library employee Mrs. Elizabeth "Libby" Williams, wife of Dr. Cratis Williams, Dean of the Graduate School, at the Information Desk in the first Belk Library in the 1970s. The stacks 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 was then known as the Library Classroom Building and in 2009 was rededicated as Anne Belk Hall.

This image shows a construction worker kneeling at the edge of the second floor in B. B. Dougherty Administration Building during its construction on October 10, 1967. The unfinished front of the building can be seen. The third Administration Building housed the administrative offices of the University and replaced the second Administration Building, built 1924 and destroyed by fire in 1966.

This image shows the tourist information sign in Boone, NC, in September 1981. The sign at the bottom of the image reads, "No Loaded Guns Allowed, Please check with attendant beore entering with any firearm."

This image shows the exterior of B. B. Dougherty Administration Building during its construction on October 10, 1967. The mostly constructed front entrance can be seen, along with scaffolding and piles of wood, metal beams, and other construction supplies on the right. The third Administration Building housed the administrative offices of the University and replaced the second Administration Building, built 1924 and destroyed by fire in 1966.

This image shows part of the interior of B. B. Dougherty Administration Building on March 25, 1968. The lobby and balconies can be seen from the third floor, with scaffolding visible in the center. The third Administration Building housed the administrative offices of the University and replaced the second Administration Building, built 1924 and destroyed by fire in 1966.

This image shows student Hattie Bradshaw standing outside one of the campus buildings at Appalachian State Normal School (1925-1929) on March 16, 1927. Appalachian State Normal School focused on training elementary and high school teachers, as well as allowing trained teachers to obtain, renew, or change the class of their teaching certificates.

This image shows the exterior of B. B. Dougherty Administration Building during its construction on October 10, 1967. The mostly constructed front entrance can be seen, along with scaffolding and piles of wood, metal beams, and other construction supplies on the right. The third Administration Building housed the administrative offices of the University and replaced the second Administration Building, built 1924 and destroyed by fire in 1966.

This image shows students Russell Moore and Hattie Bradshaw sitting outside the second Administration Building, built 1924, at Appalachian State Normal School (1925-1929) in the summer of 1927. Appalachian State Normal School focused on training elementary and high school teachers, as well as allowing trained teachers to obtain, renew, or change the class of their teaching certificates.

This image shows a view of the campus dormitories on the western side of campus from the B. B. Dougherty Administration Building at Appalachian State University (1967-current) on March 25, 1968. Visible are East Residence Hall, built 1952, White Residence Hall, built 1966, and Coffey Hall, built 1953, The frame for Cone Residence Hall, completed 1968, can be seen on the left.

This image shows a view of the campus dormitories on the western side of campus from the B. B. Dougherty Administration Building at Appalachian State University (1967-current) on March 25, 1968. Visible are East Residence Hall, built 1952, Lovill Residence Hall, built 1966, and White Residence Hall, built 1966. The Home Management House, built 1965, and the frame for Cone Residence Hall, completed 1968, can be seen on the left.

This image shows part of the interior during the construction of B. B. Dougherty Administration Building on March 25, 1968. The front entrance and part of the unfinished lobby can be seen, along with scaffolding and piles of wood, bricks, and other supplies. The third Administration Building housed the administrative offices of the University and replaced the second Administration Building, built 1924 and destroyed by fire in 1966.

This image shows student Hattie Bradshaw sitting outside a building at Appalachian State Normal School (1925-1929) in 1927. She can be seen sitting on the right next to four other people. Appalachian State Normal School focused on training elementary and high school teachers, as well as allowing trained teachers to obtain, renew, or change the class of their teaching certificates.

This image shows Professor Rogers Whitener of the Department of English standing outside the second Administration Building, built 1924, talking with a student at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967) in the 1960s. A little girl can be seen standing on the left holding a violin case. Whitener taught English at Appalachian State from 1959 until his retirement in 1989.

This image shows two students picking leaves off a tree in front of the second Administration Building at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967). The second Administration Building was built in 1924 and destroyed by fire in 1966. The building was originally located on the Promenade, facing southeast, approximately where the first Belk Library, built 1968, is located.

This image shows part of the dedication ceremony for the B. B. Dougherty Administration Building on May 14, 1968. History Professor Edwin Shull Dougherty can be seen standing behind a podium giving a speech to audience members in the lobby of the building. Dougherty was the son of D. D. Dougherty, co-founder and business manager of Appalachian State until 1929, and nephew of the University's first president B. B. Dougherty (1903-1955). The third Administration Building housed the administrative offices of the University and replaced the second Administration Building, built 1924 and destroyed by fire in 1966.

This image shows front of the second Administration Building from the Promenade at Appalachian State Teachers College (1929-1967). The second Administration Building was built in 1924 and destroyed by fire in 1966. The Administration Building housed administrative offices, an auditorium, classrooms, and faculty offices for the Departments of English, Foreign Languages, and Social Studies. The building was originally located on the Promenade, facing southeast, approximately where the first Belk Library, built 1968, is located. Students can be seen walking in front of the building.

This image shows Professor Rogers Whitener of the Department of English in the College of Arts and Sciences at Appalachian State University (1967-current) in February 1978. Whitener taught English at Appalachian State from 1959 until his retirement in 1989.