Honorary Societies' Records

Honorary Societies' Records, 1837-2023 | Luther College Archives

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Collection Overview

Title: Honorary Societies' Records, 1837-2023

ID: LCA/RG09/Series 10

Primary Creator: Luther College (Decorah, Iowa)

Extent: 5.7 Linear Feet. More info below.

Scope and Contents of the Materials

A collection of official records relating to Honorary Societies at Luther College.

Biographical Note

Located in the small northeast Iowa town of Decorah, Luther College is an undergraduate liberal arts institution of about 2,500 students. The college is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.

Founded in 1861 by Norwegian immigrants, Luther offers more than 60 majors and preprofessional and certificate programs leading to the bachelor of arts degree. Its mission statement emphasizes faith, leadership, and community service. Luther College provides equal opportunity for all qualified persons in its educational programs and activities.

Box and Folder Listing

Browse by Box:

[Box 1: Various Honorary Societies, 1957-2004],
[Box 2: Phi Beta Kappa, 1955-1979],
[Box 3: Phi Beta Kappa, 1837-2008],
[Box 4: Oversized, Governor's Council Certificate for Phi Alpha Omega, 1994],
[Box 5: Oversized, Phi Beta Kappa Women Inductees Poster Board, undated],
[Box 6: Oversized, Framed Phi Beta Kappa Charter Certificate, undated],
[Box 7: Sigma Theta Tau, 1992-2006],
[Box 8: Sigma Theta Tau, 1991],
[Box 9: Phi Beta Kappa Programs, 1983-2023],
[All]

Box 7: Sigma Theta Tau, 1992-2006

Sigma Theta Tau is an international honor society for nursing students. The Luther College chapter, Nu Epsilon, was founded in 1992, replacing the existing nursing honor society.

Folder 1: Sigma Theta Tau Bylaws, 2006
Folder 2: Chartering Ceremony, 1992
Folder 3: Induction Invitations, 1991-1992
Folder 4: Induction Programs, 1992-2004
Folder 5: Induction Packet, 1992
Folder 6: Nu Epsilon Chapter Minutes, 1992-2006
Item 7: Sigma Theta Tau Signature Book, 1992