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Gamma Sigma Sigma papers

 Collection
Identifier: 259

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

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.

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

Contact:

612-624-0562