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Phi Sigma Society, Lambda Chapter (The University of Montana) Records, 1921-1966

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Phi Sigma Society, Lambda Chapter (The University of Montana)
Title
Phi Sigma Society, Lambda Chapter (The University of Montana) Records
Dates
1921-1966 (inclusive)
Quantity
2.75 linear feet
Collection Number
Mss 594
Summary
The collection contains the records of the Phi Sigma Society, Lambda Chapter of The University of Montana, from its inception until the mid-1960s, probably when the society became inactive.
Repository
University of Montana, Mansfield Library, Archives and Special Collections
Archives and Special Collections
Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library
University of Montana
32 Campus Dr. #9936
59812-9936
Missoula, MT
Telephone: 406-243-2053
library.archives@umontana.edu
Access Restrictions

Researchers must use collection in accordance with the policies of Archives and Special Collections, the Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library, and The University of Montana-Missoula. Materials in Box 5 contain student grade information and are restricted.

Languages
English
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Historical Note

The Phi Sigma Society is an honorary society in the Biological Sciences, including the studies of Zoology, Botany, Microbiology, Geology, Bacteriology, Anthropology, and many other fields. The University of Montana’s Lambda Chapter was chartered in 1921, due to the efforts of Professor Morton J. Elrod, first chair of the science department. Other charter members included Dr. Jessie M. Bierman, the noted pediatrician, and Dr. Joseph E. Kirwood, an early University of Montana professor.

The Phi Sigma Society, Lambda Chapter (University of Montana) probably became inactive in the mid-1960s.

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Content Description

The collection contains the records of the Phi Sigma Society, Lambda Chapter of the University of Montana, from its inception until the mid-1960s, probably when the society became inactive. Included are records of membership, meeting minutes, finances, and publications from the national organization of the Phi Sigma Society. Part of the collection contains petitions for charters that were received from colleges and universities across the country.

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Use of the Collection

Restrictions on Use

Researchers are responsible for using in accordance with 17 U.S.C. and any other applicable statutes. Copyright is not held by The University of Montana

Preferred Citation

[Name of document or photograph number], Phi Sigma Society, Lambda Chapter (The University of Montana), Archives and Special Collections, Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library, The University of Montana-Missoula.

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Administrative Information

Acquisition Information

Gift of Professor John Tibbs (Zoology), 1976.

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Detailed Description of the Collection

  • Description: Faculty and student membership, notebook
    Dates: 1921-1927
    Container: Box/Folder 1/1
  • Description: Minutes
    Dates: 1921-1929
    Container: Box/Folder 1/2
  • Description: Minutes
    Dates: 1929-1935
    Container: Box/Folder 1/3
  • Description: Membership, minutes, correspondence
    Dates: 1934-1963
    Container: Box/Folder 1/4
  • Description: Phi Sigma Society, Lambda Chapter (University of Montana), writings and miscellaneous
    Dates: 1941-1964
    Container: Box/Folder 1/5
  • Description: Certificates
    Dates: 1942-1953
    Container: Box/Folder 1/6
  • Description: Receipts
    Dates: 1932-1964
    Container: Box/Folder 1/7
  • Description: Financial statements
    Dates: 1932-1963
    Container: Box/Folder 1/8
  • Description: Phi Sigma Society Constitution and By-Laws
    Dates: 1959
    Container: Box/Folder 1/9
  • Description: Miscellaneous
    Dates: 1963
    Container: Box/Folder 1/10
  • Description: General correspondence
    Dates: 1930-1964
    Container: Box/Folder 2/1
  • Description: Phi Sigma Society National Council Bulletins
    Dates: 1928-1963
    Container: Box/Folder 2/2
  • Description: Phi Sigma, Proceedings of General Meeting
    Dates: 1937-1954
    Container: Box/Folder 2/3
  • Description: Phi Sigma, University petitions for charters
    Dates: 1929-1930 and undated
    Container: Box/Folder 2/4
  • Description: Phi Sigma, University petitions for charters
    Dates: 1930-1938
    Container: Box/Folder 2/5
  • Description: Phi Sigma Society, University petitions for charters
    Dates: 1941-1964
    Container: Box/Folder 2/6
  • Description: Phi Sigma Society, University petitions for charters
    Dates: undated
    Container: Box/Folder 2/7
  • Description: Biology Songs
    Dates: 1945 and undated
    Container: Box/Folder 3/1
  • Description: The Biologist
    Dates: 1954-1963
    Container: Box/Folder 3/2
  • Description: Phi Sigma Society, Lambda Chapter (University of Montana) member cards, A-Z
    Dates: 1927-1962
    Container: Box 4
  • Description: Rubber stamp with Phi Sigma Society symbol
    Dates: undated
    Container: Box 4
  • Description: Phi Sigma Society, Lambda Chapter Membership Record

    Restricted due to member grade information

    Dates: 1926-1966
    Container: Box 5
  • Description: College of William and Mary, Biology Club Petition for Charter
    Dates: undated
    Container: Box 5

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Subject Terms

  • Biology--Montana -- Missoula--Societies, etc.
  • Greek letter societies -- Montana--Missoula

Corporate Names

  • University of Montana-Missoula--Societies, etc.

Other Creators

  • Corporate Names

    • Phi Sigma Society
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