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Student Organizations. Theta Chi Records

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Wake Forest University's Gamma Omnicron chapter of the Theta Chi fraternity was established in 1948 by Dr. Hubert M. Poteat. Materials in this collection include the constitution, bylaws, statement of purpose, and a joke pamphlet.

Biographical and Historical Note

Wake Forest University's Gamma Omnicron chapter of the Theta Chi fraternity was established in 1948 by Dr. Hubert M. Poteat. Theta Chi's motto is "An Assisting Hand", and seeks harmony within the brotherhood. The fraternity was a recognized organization at Wake Forest University until April 1, 2023, when it was suspended from campus. The fraternity is eligible to apply for recognition again in 2027.

Collection Overview

These records document Wake Forest University's Gamma Omnicron chapter of Theta Chi fraternity. Materials in this collection include the constitution, bylaws, statement of purpose, and a joke pamphlet.

Collection Inventory

  • Constitution and bylaws  (1967) box 1 folder 1
  • "Let's Take a Look at...the Theta Chi House" joke pamphlet (circa 1963-1965) box 1 folder 3
  • Statement of purpose and summary of activities  (1967) box 1 folder 2

Summary Information

Repository
Z. Smith Reynolds Library Special Collections and Archives
Title
Student Organizations. Theta Chi Records
ID
RG8.51
Date [inclusive]
Quantity
1 half-document box
Extent
0.21  Linear Feet

Administrative Information

Publication Information
Z. Smith Reynolds Library Special Collections and Archives, 2024
Access Restrictions
This collection is open to researchers. 
Copyright Notice
The nature of the WFU Z. Smith Reynolds Library Special Collections and Archives means that copyright or other information about restrictions may be difficult or even impossible to determine despite reasonable efforts. The Archives and Special Collections of ZSR Library claims only physical ownership of most materials. The materials from our collections are made available for use in research, teaching, and private study, pursuant to the U.S. Copyright Law. The user must assume full responsibility for any use of the materials, including but not limited to, infringement of copyright and publication rights of reproduced materials. Any materials used for academic research or otherwise should be fully credited with the source. 
Preferred Citation
Student Organizations. Theta Chi Records (RG 8.51), Z. Smith Reynolds Library Special Collections and Archives, Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC, USA. 

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