Just in time for Valentine's Day, watch funny vintage films offering dating advice from the 1950s.

Each culture in every time and place develops rituals for how individuals become couples. How did your grandparents ever get together? Bring your lunch and watch three “social guidance” educational films to get an idea.  A representative from the IU Health Center will speak to the modern relevance of these archival films.

Where: Wells Library, Room E174

When: Thursday, February 12

Time: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.

FILMS FROM THE INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT SERVICES ARCHIVES

Are You Popular?

Color; 11 minutes

1958

Coronet Films (CORT)

Dramatizes incidents about a teenage boy and girl who are popular and welcome in any group because they are friendly, considerate, and interested in other people. Provides a helpful guide to the solutions of personal and social problems commonly faced by teenagers.

Date Etiquette

Black & White; 10 minutes

1952

Follows a first date through from the invitation to saying goodnight. Danny and Alice go to the school play and

afterwards stop for something to eat. They are shown as they meet friends, order at the restaurant, and carry on a

conversation.

What to Do on a Date

Color; 10 minutes

1951

Coronet Films (CORT)

Suggests suitable dating activities for teen-agers by showing how Nick and Kay make a double date out of

preparing for a scavenger sale. Discusses the social value of group participation in "coming activities" sponsored by

the school, and lists other non-commercial activities in which mixed groups can become acquainted in an atmosphere conducive to socially acceptable behavior.