Lincoln Hall Project
Hitting the Gas to Class
Cars Come In
With restrictions on cars lifted in the 1950s, students enthusiastically made use of a new way to cross campus.
Student David Peterson discovers that near class time he has numerous friends who need a lift to the Quad. (Copyright Illini Media / 1962 Illio)
Students hit the road for a pep rally for the 1964 Rose Bowl. (Copyright Illini Media / 1964 Illio)
Going the wrong way down a one-way street gets you a ticket—even if you were on a bicycle. (Copyright Illini Media / 1959 Illio)