Lehigh University Chapter of Sigma Xi - [In progress]
Scope and Contents
Collection had been organized chronologically as it was stored in Physics Department as of 2008.
Dates
- Creation: 1928 - 2008
Creator
- The Society of Sigma Xi (Organization)
Biographical / Historical
Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Honor Society, was founded in 1886 at Cornell University to honor excellence in scientific research and encourage companionship among researchers. Lehigh University established its Sigma Xi chapter on March 1, 1928, marking a significant milestone in the university's commitment to scientific excellence. Notably, Joseph W. Barker, affiliated with Lehigh University, served as the national president of Sigma Xi from 1954 to 1956, highlighting the university's leadership within the organization. Sigma Xi continues to play a vital role at Lehigh University, recognizing and promoting scholarly achievements in scientific research among students and faculty.
Extent
20 Linear Feet (10 record center boxes)
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
This collection contains documents, histories and member information about Lehigh University chapter of Sigma Chapter.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Collection was transferred from the Physics Department, facilitated by the chair Prof. James Stavola, to Special Collections in September 2008.
Topical
- Status
- In Progress
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the Lehigh University Special Collections Repository
Lehigh University
Linderman Library
30 Library Drive
Bethlehem PA 18045 USA
610-758-4506
610-758-6091 (Fax)
inspc@lehigh.edu