Records of Gamma Sigma Sigma

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Titre

Records of Gamma Sigma Sigma

Date(s)

  • 1908 - 1962 (Création/Production)

Importance matérielle

1.5 linear feet

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Histoire administrative

Organized on November 3, 1905 by St. Cloud State faculty member Isabel Lawrence, Gamma Sigma Sigma was originally known as the Story Teller’s Club. Its purpose as a literary society for women to develop literary powers and improve ability to tell stories. The club aimed to broaden culture through reading and discussion, promote friendship, and develop character.

In 1953, the Story Teller’s Club changed its name to Sigma Theta Chi. In April 1959, Sigma Theta Chi pledged to Gamma Sigma Sigma, a national service sorority. In March 1960, the name officially changed to Gamma Sigma Sigma, whose purpose was to "assemble St. Cloud State College women in the spirit of service to humanity." The last reference of Gamma Sigma Sigma was in academic year 1972/73 relating to their work with a blood drive.

Portée et contenu

This collection contains the records of Gamma Sigma Sigma, previously called Sigma Theta Chi, and the Story Teller’s Club. Included are three meeting minute books, two treasurer’s books that document some of the group's finances, and correspondence with Isabel Lawrence who organized the Story Teller’s Club. Also included is the club scrapbook which has photos, programs, and newspaper clippings. There are also records pertaining to the name change from Story Teller's Club, to Sigma Theta Chi, to Gamma Sigma Sigma.

Mode de classement

The records are organized alphabetically.

Records are located at 29D.1a-c.

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There are no access restrictions.

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Conditions de reproduction

Permission to publish, quote, and reproduce must be secured from the copyright holder.

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  • anglais

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    Note de l'archiviste

    Processed by Marissa Hendrickson in February 2019.

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