Sigma Alpha Epsilon (Syracuse University Chapter) Collection
An inventory of its collection at the Syracuse University Archives
Summary |
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| Creator: | Sigma Alpha Epsilon. |
| Title: | Sigma Alpha Epsilon (Syracuse University Chapter) Collection |
| Dates: | 1910-1956 |
| Size: | 1 box (.25 linear foot) |
| Abstract: | The Sigma Alpha Epsilon Collection contains histories, dance cards, and publications related to its members and activities at Syracuse University. |
| Language: | English |
| Repository: |
University Archives, Special Collections Research Center Syracuse University Libraries 222 Waverly Ave., Suite 600 Syracuse, NY 13244-2010 https://library.syracuse.edu/special-collections-research-center/university-archives |
Historical Note
Before Sigma Alpha Epsilon was formally established at Syracuse University the fraternity was called the "Orange Club," which was founded in 1902. The New York Delta Chapter of Sigma Alpha Epsilon was established at Syracuse University in 1907, after petitioning the National Convention of Sigma Alpha Epsilon in 1906. The fraternity continued off and on from 1963 to 1967 and even resorted to becoming a local organization called Phi Alpha. The chapter was reinstated in 1987 after being inactive since 1967. That same year, they began what would become their biggest fundraiser, Paddy Murphy Week. Based on a legend from the 1920s, Irish bootlegger Paddy Murphy was shot and killed. Leaving his fortune to his wife but not specifying who his wife was left several women competing to be his “widow.” Paddy Murphy Week included events such as a reenactment of the shoot-out, rape awareness sessions and skits for sororities who competed to be Paddy’s widow.
Scope and Content Note
The Sigma Alpha Epsilon (Syracuse University Chapter) Collection contains historical information about its members, activities and predecessor organization, the Orange Club. Additionally in the collection are dance cards, newsletters and other publications that document the chapter's members and history.
Restrictions
Access Restrictions
Please note that the collection is housed off-site, and advance notice is required to allow time to have the materials brought to the Reading Room on campus.
Use Restrictions
Written permission must be obtained from the Syracuse University Archives and all relevant rights holders before publishing quotations, excerpts or images from any materials in this collection.
Related Material
The Archives holds additional materials relating to Sigma Alpha Epsilon in the Clippings File and Photograph Collection.
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Preferred Citation
Preferred citation for this material is as follows:
Sigma Alpha Epsilon (Syracuse University Chapter) Collection,
University Archives,
Special Collections Research Center
Syracuse University Libraries
Acquisition Information
The Archives does not hold any information regarding the acquisition of these materials.
Processing Information
Materials were placed in archival folders.
Finding Aid Information
Created by: Anna Smallwood
Date: 2016
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