Special Collections Department
403 Parks Library
Iowa State University
Ames, IA 50011-2140
RS 21/7/243
Susan Carberry Drtina
Papers, 1968-1975
Descriptive summary
| creator: | Drtina, Susan Carberry |
| title: | Papers |
| dates: | 1968-1975 |
| extent: | 0.21 linear feet (1 half-document box) |
| collection number: | RS 21/7/243 |
| repository: | University Archives, Special Collections Department, Iowa State University. |
Administrative information
| access: | Open for research |
| publication rights: | Consult Head, Special Collections Department |
| preferred citation: | Susan Carberry Drtina Papers, RS 21/7/243, Special Collections Department, Iowa State University Library. |
Abstract
Susan Carberry Drtina was born to Dr. and Mrs. J. W. Carberry in 1957 and raised in Newhall, Iowa. She joined 4-H as a member of the Eldorado - Ettes and, later, the Eldorado Early Birds in Benton County. This collection includes Drtina's 4-H record book and other memorabilia documenting her time as a member of the Eldorado Early Birds 4-H Club. The memorabilia includes ribbons, buttons, pins, and her 4-H uniform. |
Biographical note
Susan Carberry Drtina was born August 11, 1957, to Dr. and Mrs. J. W. Carberry. She was raised in Newhall, Benton County, Iowa, and joined 4-H as a member of the Eldorado - Ettes and, later, the Eldorado Early Birds. As a member of 4-H from 1968 through 1975, Drtina completed numerous 4-H projects including those related to home improvement, food and nutrition, clothing, child care, and leadership. She participated in and volunteered at various 4-H activities and events. During her final year in 4-H she was elected president of her club, served on the County Council, and received the Chicago trip award. Following the completion of her high school education, Drtina attended Iowa State University where she earned her B.S. (1979) in computer science. She married Gary J. Drtina and they raised two children. She currently (as of 2012) resides in Minnesota and is retired from the Target Corporation where she worked as an information technology manager. |
Collection description
This collection (1968-1975) contains Susan Carberry Drtina’s 4-H records and memorabilia, including her record book, buttons, ribbons from the Benton County Fair, and her uniform. Drtina's record book contains accounts of her 4-H projects, certificates, newspaper clippings, photographs, and personal reflections on her 4-H career. The ribbons list the date they were received and the projects for which they were awarded. |
Related materials
The University Archives contains many collections related to 4-H including: |
Container list
Box |
Folder |
Title |
Dates |
1 |
1 |
4-H record book (includes 4 color and 3 b/w photographs) |
1968-1975 |
1 |
2 |
First premium blue ribbons: Benton County Fair, Vinton, Iowa (20 ribbons) |
1968-1975 |
1 |
3 |
Second premium ribbon: Benton County Fair, Vinton, Iowa (8 ribbons) |
1970-1974 |
1 |
4 |
Girls judging contest ribbons: Benton County Fair, Vinton, Iowa (2 ribbons) |
1972-1973 |
1 |
5 |
Photograph of participants of the 4-H Citizenship Short Course at National 4-H Center, Washington D.C. (1 b/w) |
1974 |
Artifacts
Artifact No. |
Title |
Dates |
2012-276.001 |
Button, State 4-H Conference: "4-H ain't all cows and cooking" |
1972 circa |
2012-276.002 |
Button, State 4-H Conference: "We can make it happen" |
1973 |
2012-276.003 |
Button, State 4-H Conference: "Where do we go from here?" |
1974 |
2012-276.004 |
Button, State 4-H Conference: "It is here we must begin" |
1975 |
2012-276.005 |
Uniform skirt |
1974 circa |
2012-276.006 |
Uniform jacket (with pins) |
1974 circa |