Inventory of the Eta Sigma Phi, Beta Rho Chapter (Duke University) Records, 1942-1967

Abstract

Eta Sigma Phi is the national honorary collegiate society for students of Classical Studies.

The collection includes financial records, correspondence, membership lists, ritual documents, constitution, and printed matter. The material ranges in date from 1942-1967.

Descriptive Summary

Repository: University Archives, Duke University
Creator: Eta Sigma Phi. Beta Rho Chapter (Duke University).
Title: Eta Sigma Phi, Beta Rho Chapter (Duke University) Records, 1942-1967
Language of Material: English
Extent: 0.5 Linear Feet, approx. 100 Items
Location: For current information on the location of these materials, please consult the Library's online catalog.

Collection Overview

The collection includes financial records, correspondence, membership lists, ritual documents, constitution, and printed matter. The material ranges in date from 1942-1967.

Administrative Information

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Access Restrictions

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Collection is open for research.

Use Restrictions

Copyright for Official University records is held by Duke University; all other copyright is retained by the authors of items in these papers, or their descendants, as stipulated by United States copyright law.

Contents of the Collection

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Financial Records, 1942-1966

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Ritual, Constitution, Latin Christmas Carols, undated

Box 1

Membership lists, local chapter newsletters, miscellaneous materials, 1963-1967

Box 1

Correspondence, 1963-1967

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Material on advising, applications, scholarships, copies of national newsletter, 1964-1967

Box 1

Historical Note

The purpose of Eta Sigma Phi is to further the spirit of cooperation and goodwill among members of classical departments, to stimulate interest in the study of the classics, and to increase one's knowledge of the art and literature of ancient Greece and Rome. The Beta Rho Chapter was established at Duke around 1942.