Gamma Sigma Sigma papers
Scope and Content
The collection contains administrative papers, awards, minutes, ceremony materials, public relations materials, treasurer reports, financial records, guest book, plaques and policies.
Dates
- 1950s-1960s
Creator
- Gamma Sigma Sigma . Omicron Chapter (Organization)
Language of Materials
English
Use of Materials
Items in this collection do not circulate and may be used in-house only.
Copyright
Requests for permission to quote from the Gamma Sigma Sigma papers should be arranged with the University of Minnesota Archives head.
Historical Note
Gamma Sigma Sigma is a national service sorority that "promotes a lifelong commitment to service and diversity, in an environment of unity and equality, while creating opportunities for growth." The sorority was founded in 1952 by groups at Boston University, Brooklyn College, the Drexel Institute of Technology, Los Angeles City College, New York University, Queens College, the University of Houston and the University of Miami. Originally named the Girl’s Service Sorority, members and alumni must complete a specific number of service hours outlined by the national and chapter bylaws. The Omicron chapter was established at the University of Minnesota on June 21, 1957. The chapter was active until the late 1960s.
Extent
2 boxes + 2 oversize boxes (2.6 linear feet)
Abstract
Collection contains the papers of the Omicron chapter of Gamma Sigma Sigma at the University of Minnesota.
Source of acquisition
The collection was deposited in University Archives on April 19, 1973.
Processing Information
Collection has not been processed.
- Greek letter societies Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
- University of Minnesota
- Title
- Gamma Sigma Sigma papers, 1950s-1960s
- Author
- Karen Spilman
- Date
- June 2005
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
- Language of description note
- English
Collecting Area Details
Contact The University Archives Collecting Area