Michigan State University Archives and Historical Collections
Delta Sigma Phi Records
UA.12.2.2
Table of Contents
Summary Information
- Repository
- Michigan State University Archives and Historical Collections
- Creator
- Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity. Alpha Pi Chapter (Michigan State University).
- Creator
- Michigan Agricultural College. Aurorian Literary Society.
- Title
- Delta Sigma Phi records
- ID
- UA.12.2.2
- Date [inclusive]
- 1921-1927
- Extent
- 0.1 Cubic feet , 2 folders
- Language
- English
Preferred Citation
Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: "Item title, Collection title, Collection Identifier, Michigan State University Archives & Historical Collections, East Lansing, Michigan."
Historical Note
The roots of the Delta Sigma Phi fraternity at Michigan State University reach back to 1905 with the establishment of the Aurorian Literary Society, a local collegiate society at Michigan Agricultural College. In 1922, the Aurorians applied to Delta Sigma Phi, a national fraternity, for a local chapter. The Alpha Pi Chapter of the Delta Sigma Phi was formally established at the Michigan Agricultural College in 1923. When organized, the purpose of the literary society was to extend “the opportunity for literacy training and social privileges to more of the students...” while the goal of the fraternity has evolved to providing “service to the community and the school.”
Scope and Content
The records of the Alpha Pi Chapter of Delta Sigma Phi consist of two pamphlets: The Auroriannual published by the Aurorian Literary Society, 1921-1922, and The Torch published by Alpha Pi Chapter of Delta Sigma Phi, June 1927.
The Auroriannual describes the achievements for the year and aims for the future. It also provides officers' names, a list of members including their home towns, majors and activities (by class), annual meeting minutes, and a directory of active members and alumni.
The Torch (Vol. 5, No. 1) provides plans for the year, a directory of members, notes on alumni, a financial report and several articles about the activities of the fraternity and its members.
Administrative Information
Publication Information
Michigan State University Archives and Historical Collections December 2006
Conrad Hall888 Wilson Road, Room 101
East Lansing , MI, 48824
517-355-2330
archives@msu.edu
Conditions Governing Access
Collection is open for research.
Legal Status note
Copyright: Michigan State University. Property Rights: Michigan State University.
Conditions Governing Use
Permission to publish material from this collection must be obtained from University Archives & Historical Collections, Michigan State University.
Controlled Access Headings
Corporate Name(s)
- Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity. Alpha Pi Chapter (Michigan State University).
- Michigan Agricultural College. Aurorian Literary Society.
- Michigan Agricultural College. Students. Societies, etc..
Genre(s)
- Pamphlets
Subject(s)
- College students -- Michigan -- East Lansing
- College students -- Societies and clubs
- Greek letter societies -- Michigan -- East Lansing
- Universities and colleges -- Alumni and alumnae
Collection Inventory
Drawer | Folder | |||
The Auroriannal 1921-1922 |
F.D. | 1 | ||
The Torch (Vol. 5, No. 1) Delta Sigma Phi June 1927 |
F.D. | 2 | ||