Theta Chi (Syracuse University Chapter) Collection
An inventory of its collection at the Syracuse University Archives
Summary |
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| Creator: | Theta Chi. |
| Title: | Theta Chi (Syracuse University Chapter) Collection |
| Dates: | 1931-1988 |
| Size: | 1 box (.25 linear foot) |
| Abstract: | The Theta Chi Collection contains publications, a history and other materials related to its members, activities, and preceding fraternity, Alpha Kappa Epsilon. |
| 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
Theta Chi Fraternity started as a local fraternity, Alpha Kappa Epsilon, which began at Syracuse University in 1921. In 1927, the brothers of Alpha Kappa Epsilon petitioned to Theta Chi Fraternity and was accepted in 1928 as the Alpha Chi Chapter of Theta Chi. Theta Chi had a tradition of having a dog at their house, usually a Saint Bernard.
Scope and Content Note
The Theta Chi (Syracuse University Chapter) Collection contains membership information from Alpha Kappa Epsilon (AKE). Additionally, there is a brief history about the two fraternities and flyers from Theta Chi's activities.
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 Theta Chi and Alpha Kappa Epsilon in the Clippings File and Photograph Collection.
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Preferred Citation
Preferred citation for this material is as follows:
Theta Chi (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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