Kappa Phi, Epsilon Chapter Records 1928-1969

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RG.44.102

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Kappa Phi, Epsilon Chapter Records

Date(s)

  • 1928-1969 (Creation)

Extent

0.04 Cubic feet

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(2) artifacts; (1) letter file folder

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Abstract

Kappa Phi is a national Christian sorority for female university students, founded in 1916. The Ohio State University chapter, Epsilon, was established in 1919, and as of 2018, is an active student organization. The club focuses on Christian faith, church leadership, service, and fellowship. The Kappa Phi, Epsilon Chapter Records contain the club's annual program card and senior breakfast program, as well as yearbooks and event programs; materials date from 1928-1969.

Preferred citation

[identification of item], Kappa Phi, Epsilon Chapter Records, RG 44.102, Ohio State University Archives, Ohio State University

Scope and content

The Kappa Phi, Epsilon Chapter Records contains the club's annual program card and senior breakfast program, as well as several yearbooks and event programs; materials are dated 1928-1969.

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This collection is unprocessed. Materials are arranged in the order received.

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  • English

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    English

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    Accession Number UA.2012.0164: Kappa Phi Club, date unknown; Accession Number UA.2021.0117: Susan Speakman, 2021 October

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    Kappa Phi Club is a national Christian sorority for female university students. It was founded in 1916 at the University of Kansas, and the Ohio State University chapter, Epsilon, was established in 1919. The club focuses on personal development, promotion of Christian faith, church activity and leadership, service, and fellowship. Since its establishment on Ohio State University’s campus, Kappa Phi Club has dissolved twice. As of 2018, it is an active Ohio State University student organization.

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    Finding aid written by: Samantha Thorne, 2018 March

    Archivist's note

    Finding aid prepared by Samantha Thorne

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