Theta Nu Epsilon. University of Oregon chapter records , 1950-1957

Overview of the Collection

Title
Theta Nu Epsilon. University of Oregon chapter records
Dates
1950-1957 (inclusive)
Quantity
0.5 linear feet, (1 container)  :  1 manuscript box
Collection Number
UA 135
Summary
Theta Nu Epsilon (TNE) was a secret inter-fraternity group at University of Oregon whose members were suspected of trying to rig Associated Students of the University of Oregon(ASUO) elections. The collection contains a TNE oath and ritual guide, Associated Students of the University of Oregon(ASUO) election and voting records, affidavits by students admitting membership, newspaper clippings, and correspondence between UO administrators, fraternity officials, students, and other universities.
Repository
University of Oregon Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives
UO Libraries--SCUA
1299 University of Oregon
Eugene OR
97403-1299
Telephone: 5413463068
spcarref@uoregon.edu
Access Restrictions

Collection is open to the public. Collection must be used in Special Collections and University Archives Reading Room. Collection or parts of collection may be stored offsite. Please contact Special Collections and University Archives in advance of your visit to allow for transportation time.

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Languages
English
Sponsor
Funding for production of this finding aid was provided through a grant awarded by the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC).

Historical NoteReturn to Top

Theta Nu Epsilon (TNE) was a secret inter-fraternity group that organized on many college campuses including University of Oregon. The UO group was suspected of trying to rig the Associated Students of the University of Oregon(ASUO) elections.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

The collection contains a TNE oath and ritual guide, Associated Students of the University of Oregon(ASUO) election and voting records, affidavits by students admitting membership, newspaper clippings, and correspondence between UO administrators, fraternity officials, students, and other universities.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • College students--Oregon--Eugene--Societies, etc
  • Education, Higher--Oregon--Eugene
  • Greek letter societies--Oregon--Eugene
  • Secret societies--Oregon--Eugene
  • Universities and colleges--Oregon--Eugene

Corporate Names

  • University of Oregon
  • University of Oregon. Associated Students

Form or Genre Terms

  • Affidavits
  • Clippings
  • Correspondence