Mount Mary University Digital Collections

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  • 2025-fullposter-1.jpg

    This poster made of blue, red, yellow, orange, black, and white abstract colors and the text "South America with Flying Colors...Braniff International" was part of an exhibit at Gimbels in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin, September 4-9, 1974. The exhibit included paintings and other artwork by artists from Peru, Columbia, Ecuador, Argentina, Chile, Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, Uruguay, and Venezuela. It also included the Jack Winter, Inc. 1974 fall collection of new clothing designs, which had been "travel-tested" and photographed in Peru.
  • Resident football team_02.jpg

    This photograph shows participants of an intramural football game played on September 30, 1953. It featured Residents, or students who lived on campus in Caroline Hall, versus Dayhops, students who lived off-campus. This image includes members of the Resident team.

    This image is part of a collection of snapshots likely taken by Virginia Moore or her friends with a personal camera during Virginia's time as a student at Mount Mary College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (1953-1957). The snapshots were printed on Kodak Velox paper. The captions are primarily based upon information found on the back of the original photos, most likely written by Virginia. Some images had no information at all and individuals or events are identified based on other captions and information available in the Mount Mary archives. Captions in quotes are verbatim from the original images.
  • Recording_1708623989493.mp3

    This recording was made by Aliya M. as part of the spring 2024 Introduction to New Media Writing course at Mount Mary University.

    Description from creator: "There is a content warning as this deals with sexual abuse and manipulation. This is about me and my first boyfriend when I was 21. It covers how saying "ok" out of pressure isn't the same as consent."
  • Ms Mary Jane Kinsella_ PE Teacher.JPG

    Mary Jane Kinsella was part of the Physical Education staff during the 1953-1954 school year. She was apparently also known by the nickname "Kinky." She is shown here as the referee for the Resident versus Dayhop football game, September 1953.

    This image is part of a collection of snapshots likely taken by Virginia Moore or her friends with a personal camera during Virginia's time as a student at Mount Mary College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (1953-1957). The snapshots were printed on Kodak Velox paper. The captions are primarily based upon information found on the back of the original photos, most likely written by Virginia. Some images had no information at all and individuals or events are identified based on other captions and information available in the Mount Mary archives. Captions in quotes are verbatim from the original images.
  • Mount Mary Arches.JPG

    This photo shows the arches between Caroline Hall and Notre Dame Hall. The view is looking east towards 92nd Street, probably from a dorm room in Caroline Hall.

    This image is part of a collection of snapshots likely taken by Virginia Moore or her friends with a personal camera during Virginia's time as a student at Mount Mary College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (1953-1957). The snapshots were printed on Kodak Velox paper. The captions are primarily based upon information found on the back of the original photos, most likely written by Virginia. Some images had no information at all and individuals or events are identified based on other captions and information available in the Mount Mary archives. Captions in quotes are verbatim from the original images.
  • May Crowning.JPG

    This photo shows Lucille Naponiella, May Queen for 1954, descending from a ladder after crowning the statue of Mary in front of Notre Dame Hall.

    This image is part of a collection of snapshots likely taken by Virginia Moore or her friends with a personal camera during Virginia's time as a student at Mount Mary College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (1953-1957). The snapshots were printed on Kodak Velox paper. The captions are primarily based upon information found on the back of the original photos, most likely written by Virginia. Some images had no information at all and individuals or events are identified based on other captions and information available in the Mount Mary archives. Captions in quotes are verbatim from the original images.
  • Marilyn Lily Mary Jane Ev Annie Jean Claire Donna Carol.JPG

    Clockwise from top left: Marilyn Noesen, Lillian Moore, Mary Jane (otherwise unidentified), Evelynne Donegan, Annie (otherwise unidentified), Jean Zilles, Claire Biedermann, Donna (otherwise unidentified), Carol (otherwise unidentified). A name for the woman fourth from left in black shirt not included in original caption. Probably taken at a Christmas party in a Caroline Hall dorm room.

    This image is part of a collection of snapshots likely taken by Virginia Moore or her friends with a personal camera during Virginia's time as a student at Mount Mary College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (1953-1957). The snapshots were printed on Kodak Velox paper. The captions are primarily based upon information found on the back of the original photos, most likely written by Virginia. Some images had no information at all and individuals or events are identified based on other captions and information available in the Mount Mary archives. Captions in quotes are verbatim from the original images.
  • Marilyn Carol Lily Mary Jane.JPG

    From left to right: Marilyn Noesen, Carol (otherwise unidentified), Lillian Moore, Mary Jane (otherwise unidentified). Probably taken in a Caroline Hall dorm room at a Christmas party.

    This image is part of a collection of snapshots likely taken by Virginia Moore or her friends with a personal camera during Virginia's time as a student at Mount Mary College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (1953-1957). The snapshots were printed on Kodak Velox paper. The captions are primarily based upon information found on the back of the original photos, most likely written by Virginia. Some images had no information at all and individuals or events are identified based on other captions and information available in the Mount Mary archives. Captions in quotes are verbatim from the original images.
  • Marilyn at golf booth.JPG

    Marilyn Noesen, Class of 1957. This photo was probably taken at Field Day 1954. Marilyn was a native of Monticello, Wisconsin. According to the June 1957 Mount Mary Alumnae News, "...her wedding date is August 17, 1957. She will teach speech and English in a Milwaukee high school next year.”

    This image is part of a collection of snapshots likely taken by Virginia Moore or her friends with a personal camera during Virginia's time as a student at Mount Mary College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (1953-1957). The snapshots were printed on Kodak Velox paper. The captions are primarily based upon information found on the back of the original photos, most likely written by Virginia. Some images had no information at all and individuals or events are identified based on other captions and information available in the Mount Mary archives. Captions in quotes are verbatim from the original images.
  • Marge Lemmer & Ev.JPG

    Marge Lemmer at left and Evelynne Donegan, also referred to as Taters. Both women are in formal school attire which was required for various school functions in the 1950s. While at first glance this appears to be a graduation photo, it could have been taken at other events such as the Capping Ceremony or Academic Investiture.

    This image is part of a collection of snapshots likely taken by Virginia Moore or her friends with a personal camera during Virginia's time as a student at Mount Mary College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (1953-1957). The snapshots were printed on Kodak Velox paper. The captions are primarily based upon information found on the back of the original photos, most likely written by Virginia. Some images had no information at all and individuals or events are identified based on other captions and information available in the Mount Mary archives. Captions in quotes are verbatim from the original images.
  • Lucy Naponiello May Crowning.JPG

    Lucille Naponiella was the May Queen for 1954. Her duties for the May Day celebration included crowning the statue of Mary in front of Notre Dame Hall.

    This image is part of a collection of snapshots likely taken by Virginia Moore or her friends with a personal camera during Virginia's time as a student at Mount Mary College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (1953-1957). The snapshots were printed on Kodak Velox paper. The captions are primarily based upon information found on the back of the original photos, most likely written by Virginia. Some images had no information at all and individuals or events are identified based on other captions and information available in the Mount Mary archives. Captions in quotes are verbatim from the original images.
  • Living Rosary.JPG

    This photo was probably taken in 1954. The Living Rosary was a traditional ceremony featuring members of the student body forming the shape of a rosary on Madonna Circle in front of Notre Dame Hall. The cross usually consisted of the May Queen and her court. Other students represented the Pater Nosters and the Ave Marias of the rosary. The Rosary pageant probably began circa 1937 as part of the annual May Day celebrations. The school began observing May Day in 1931, during the first full academic year.

    This image is part of a collection of snapshots likely taken by Virginia Moore or her friends with a personal camera during Virginia's time as a student at Mount Mary College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (1953-1957). The snapshots were printed on Kodak Velox paper. The captions are primarily based upon information found on the back of the original photos, most likely written by Virginia. Some images had no information at all and individuals or events are identified based on other captions and information available in the Mount Mary archives. Captions in quotes are verbatim from the original images.
  • Lily Porter.JPG

    Lillian Porter, B.S. Class of 1957. According the Mount Mary Alumnae News Lillian began her occupational therapy clinical training shortly after graduation. Photo taken in a Caroline Hall dorm room.

    This image is part of a collection of snapshots likely taken by Virginia Moore or her friends with a personal camera during Virginia's time as a student at Mount Mary College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (1953-1957). The snapshots were printed on Kodak Velox paper. The captions are primarily based upon information found on the back of the original photos, most likely written by Virginia. Some images had no information at all and individuals or events are identified based on other captions and information available in the Mount Mary archives. Captions in quotes are verbatim from the original images.
  • Lily cleaning fish bowl.JPG

    Lillian Porter, B.S. Class of 1957.

    This image is part of a collection of snapshots likely taken by Virginia Moore or her friends with a personal camera during Virginia's time as a student at Mount Mary College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (1953-1957). The snapshots were printed on Kodak Velox paper. The captions are primarily based upon information found on the back of the original photos, most likely written by Virginia. Some images had no information at all and individuals or events are identified based on other captions and information available in the Mount Mary archives. Captions in quotes are verbatim from the original images.
  • Laying of Cornerstone.JPG

    Laying of cornerstone for Kostka Hall on October 1, 1953.

    This image is part of a collection of snapshots likely taken by Virginia Moore or her friends with a personal camera during Virginia's time as a student at Mount Mary College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (1953-1957). The snapshots were printed on Kodak Velox paper. The captions are primarily based upon information found on the back of the original photos, most likely written by Virginia. Some images had no information at all and individuals or events are identified based on other captions and information available in the Mount Mary archives. Captions in quotes are verbatim from the original images.
  • Kay Nancy Claire Mini Golf.JPG

    Kay Cunningham at left and Claire Biedermann at right. Nancy in the center is otherwise unidentified. This was probably taken at Field Day 1954.

    This image is part of a collection of snapshots likely taken by Virginia Moore or her friends with a personal camera during Virginia's time as a student at Mount Mary College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (1953-1957). The snapshots were printed on Kodak Velox paper. The captions are primarily based upon information found on the back of the original photos, most likely written by Virginia. Some images had no information at all and individuals or events are identified based on other captions and information available in the Mount Mary archives. Captions in quotes are verbatim from the original images.
  • Kay Cunningham & Marilyn.JPG

    Kay Cunningham, on left, and Marilyn Noesen, both Class of 1957. Photo was likely taken in a Caroline Hall dorm room.

    This image is part of a collection of snapshots likely taken by Virginia Moore or her friends with a personal camera during Virginia's time as a student at Mount Mary College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (1953-1957). The snapshots were printed on Kodak Velox paper. The captions are primarily based upon information found on the back of the original photos, most likely written by Virginia. Some images had no information at all and individuals or events are identified based on other captions and information available in the Mount Mary archives. Captions in quotes are verbatim from the original images.
  • Jeanne Zilles.JPG

    Jeanne Zilles, B.S. Class of 1957. A native of Green Bay, Wisconsin. Photo was probably taken in a Caroline Hall dorm room.

    This image is part of a collection of snapshots likely taken by Virginia Moore or her friends with a personal camera during Virginia's time as a student at Mount Mary College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (1953-1957). The snapshots were printed on Kodak Velox paper. The captions are primarily based upon information found on the back of the original photos, most likely written by Virginia. Some images had no information at all and individuals or events are identified based on other captions and information available in the Mount Mary archives. Captions in quotes are verbatim from the original images.
  • Field Day.JPG

    One of several photos probably taken at Field Day 1954. The annual event generally included athletic activities such as archery, softball, relay races, and tennis, along with various "novelty events." The band pictured here was likely intended as one such event.

    This image is part of a collection of snapshots likely taken by Virginia Moore or her friends with a personal camera during Virginia's time as a student at Mount Mary College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (1953-1957). The snapshots were printed on Kodak Velox paper. The captions are primarily based upon information found on the back of the original photos, most likely written by Virginia. Some images had no information at all and individuals or events are identified based on other captions and information available in the Mount Mary archives. Captions in quotes are verbatim from the original images.
  • Father Madden.JPG

    Father Richard Madden, member of the Discalced Carmelites. Was at Mount Mary during the years 1955-1956, though his exact role on campus is unclear. As a young man Father Madden spent time at Holy Hill Seminary in Hubertus, Wisconsin. Author of “Men In Sandals." Passed away in 2012.

    This image is part of a collection of snapshots likely taken by Virginia Moore or her friends with a personal camera during Virginia's time as a student at Mount Mary College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (1953-1957). The snapshots were printed on Kodak Velox paper. The captions are primarily based upon information found on the back of the original photos, most likely written by Virginia. Some images had no information at all and individuals or events are identified based on other captions and information available in the Mount Mary archives. Captions in quotes are verbatim from the original images.
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