Muskingum Honors life of John Glenn with Display

Photos captured during the life of the late-astronaut and U.S. Senator, John Glenn, are now on display throughout the first floor of the Roberta A. Smith Library at Muskingum University.

Linda Hatfield, the Reference Instruction Librarian at Muskingum, said she was pleased with the turnout for the opening-day event Feb. 20.

“It warms my heart that people wanted to come and see the display and pay homage to John Glenn,” said Hatfield. “He’s so important here on campus.”

Hatfield said that one of her favorite parts of the display was John and Annie Glenn’s wedding photos, which can be seen in the McCalmont Colloquium Center of the library.

“You don’t see couples that stay together that long and are that dedicated to each other,” said Hatfield. “It’s just remarkable, so those are probably my favorites.”

Prior to the event, Hatfield said she was excited for the community to come to the event and see the photos and memorabilia that were to be on display.

“I love being able to give the students the opportunity to learn more about [Glenn] and just be able to celebrate his life,” said Hatfield.

During the event, a video was played featuring some of Glenn’s most memorable moments and interviews throughout his lifetime. The video was created by Muskingum University senior, Marty Kurtz.

Muskingum President Susan S. Hasseler was also in attendance to pay homage to Glenn.

Refreshments such as drinks and cookies were offered for those who were in attendance.

Feb. 20 marked the 55th anniversary of Glenn’s first trip into space aboard Friendship 7 in 1962.

Hatfield said those who wish to see the display in the library can do so through Friday, April 7, the day in which Glenn will be laid to rest in Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia.

The display will be open to the public Mondays through Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m., Fridays from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m.

: A photo from John Glenn’s childhood is on display along with many others in the Roberta A. Smith Library at Muskingum University through April 7.

: Visitors including Muskingum President Susan S. Hasseler and WHIZ talk about the posters on display and John Glenn during the first day of the display on Feb. 20.

: Muskingum University Senior and Media Production major, Marty Kurtz, talks about the tribute video on Feb. 20 in the Roberta A. Smith Library.

: A photo of John and Annie Glenn on display in the Roberta A. Smith Library on Feb. 20. The photo and others like it will be in the library through April 7.

: Public Relations Manager Amanda Mlikan and Muskingum President Susan S. Hasseler (left) speak with members of WHIZ during the Feb. 20 event in the Roberta A. Smith Library.

: Muskingum University President, Susan S. Hasseler, speaks to those in attendance during the Friendship 7 display on Feb. 20.

: Muskingum President Susan S. Hasseler introduces Reference-Instruction Librarian, Linda Hatfield, to the audience in attendance in the Roberta A. Smith Library.

: A video dedicated to the life of John Glenn plays on a TV in the Roberta A. Smith Library on Feb. 20. The video was created by Muskingum Senior and Media Production major, Marty Kurtz.

: Photos from Glenn’s life can be seen in scrapbooks on display in the Roberta A. Smith Library.

: A poster of John Glenn receiving a medal for his service in World War II is one of the many on display in the Roberta A. Smith Library through April 7. Glenn received two Distinguished Flying Crosses and 10 Air Medals for his service.

: A photo of John Glenn aboard space shuttle Discovery displayed on a TV in the Roberta A. Smith Library on Feb. 20. Glenn became the oldest person to fly in space on his second trip in 1998.

: Multiple posters and photos dedicated to the life of John Glenn are on display in the Roberta A. Smith Library at Muskingum University. The memorabilia will be on display through April 7.

: A photo of John Glenn prior to his second journey into space in 1998 on display in the Roberta A. Smith Library on Feb. 20.

: A poster featuring multiple photos and a caption describing John Glenn’s post-orbit celebrations in 1962. The poster was on display Feb. 20 in the Roberta A. Smith Library at Muskingum University and will continue to be through April 7.