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Photo Essay: Campus Photographer Dies, Leaving University with Countless Memories

Terry Connors, who chronicled more than 50 years of campus life, passes away. See some of the moments he captured in this gallery.

Black and white photograph (dated December 1983) of the University of Scranton's annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony. In this photograph, students are caroling by candlelight outside Gunster Memorial Student Center.
Black and white photograph (dated December 1983) of the University of Scranton's annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony. In this photograph, students are caroling by candlelight outside Gunster Memorial Student Center.

If a picture says a thousand words, the photography of Terry Connors (1945 - 2021) spoke volumes of the daily life of The University of Scranton for more than 50 years. His images have captured presidential inaugurations, building dedications, student orientations, fall move-ins, graduate and undergraduate commencements, alumni reunions, and just about every other event – big and small – that has occurred on and around campus during the past five decades. He was such an integral part of the University that he is the only non-University employee to be inducted into the Pro Deo et Universitate Society, recognizing 20 or more years of service.

Several years ago, he generously donated his photo collection to the Weinberg Memorial Library, giving generations of Royals an easy way to view his work and glimpse bygone times for the University and City.

Move-in, 2008 2007 Office Convention begins with a live broadcast with Al Roker of NBC’s Today show. Brian Baumgartner, University of Scranton President Scott R Pilarz, S.J., Craig Robinson, then Student Government President Chris Molitoris, Angela Kinsey Undergraduate Commencement 2018 2015 Dedication of Edward R. Leahy Jr. Hall. Edward Leahy, Patricia Leahy and then University President Kevin P. Quinn, S.J. Photograph from the University of Scranton's inauguration of President Scott R. Pilarz, S.J., in 2003 with former University Presidents Joseph M. McShane, S.J., and J. Allen Panuska, S.J. Photograph from the inauguration of President Scott R. Pilarz, S.J., in 2003. Black and white photograph of The University of Scranton's May 1984 undergraduate commencement ceremony, held in the Long Center. Color photograph (ca. 1990s) of The University of Scranton Weinberg Memorial Library at night. Black and white photograph (dated December 1983) of an Advent liturgy Mass at The University of Scranton. The Mass took place in Eagen Auditorium, inside Gunster Memorial Student Center. In this photograph, University president Rev. J. A. Panuska, S.J., is standing at the altar. Black and white photograph (dated December 1983) of The University of Scranton's annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony. In this photograph, students are caroling by candlelight outside Gunster Memorial Student Center. Black and white photograph (dated 1994) of the University of Scranton campus after a snowfall. This photograph shows students having a snowball fight outside of Alumni Memorial Hall. Black and white photograph depicting The University of Scranton Alumni Memorial Library, just prior to the library's move out of Alumni Memorial Hall into the newly-constructed Weinberg Memorial Library. The move took place from May 27 through June 7, 1992. Black and white photograph (dated December 1997) of The University of Scranton campus after a snowfall. This image shows the Scranton Estate. Black and white photograph (dated June 1980) of the construction of the University Commons on Linden Street. Photograph taken at the corner of Monroe Avenue. Galvin Terrace Basketball Courts and Gunster Memorial Student Center are across the street. Color photograph (dated January 2004) of The University of Scranton campus after a snowfall. This photograph shows the University Commons. Black and white photograph (undated) of University of Scranton residence halls along Linden Street at the corner of Clay Avenue prior to the construction of the University Commons and the Royal Way. From left to right, Fitch Hall, Martin Hall, and Casey Hall (lower quad), and Lynett Hall and Hannan Hall (upper quad). Black and white photograph (dated October 13, 1984) of The University of Scranton's dedication ceremony for Fitzpatrick Field. Standing with University soccer players are: Rev. John J. Fitzpatrick (athletic chaplain), Gary Wodder (athletic director), Jerry Caponigro (Scranton Redevelopment Authority) and Rev. J. A. Panuska (University president). Black and white photograph (dated August 16, 1987) of Mother Teresa receiving an honorary degree from University of Scranton President Rev. Joseph A. Panuska. In the background is Marilyn Coar. Black and white photograph (dated September 1973) of University of Scranton administrator Fr. Bernard McIlhenny with Admissions Office students and staff. Black and white photograph (dated ca. 1978) of Loyola Hall on The University of Scranton campus. Black and white photograph (dated May 26, 1996) of Wynton Marsalis at the University of Scranton's undergraduate commencement ceremony, during which he received an honorary degree. Marsalis is pictured with University President Rev. Joseph A. Panuska, S.J. Undergraduate Commencement 1982 Black and white photograph (dated Fall 1982) of The University of Scranton's annual Fall Revue performance. Tentatively identified, from left to right: Bella Brucker, Paul Williams, and Marla Boyer performing 'How Lucky Can You Get.' Black and white photograph (dated November 13, 1982) of University of Scranton student and staff volunteers cleaning up land that had recently been purchased from the Scranton Redevelopment Authority, which would eventually become the new athletic facility Fitzpatrick Field. At center is University President Rev. J. A. Panuska, S.J. Black and white photograph (dated ca. March 1984) of University of Scranton representatives with plans for the construction of a new dormitory, later named Redington Hall. At far left is University President Rev. J. A. Panuska, S.J. Tentatively identified on the right are architects Alex Camayd, David Hemmler, and David Leung.

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