Sigma Xi Petition
This collection consists of a petition to the Executive Committee of The Society of Sigma Xi to establish a chapter at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. It includes the rationale for establishment, information on the University and its current research initiatives, and brief vitas of petitioners and their publications.
Dates
- 1944
Conditions Governing Access
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Conditions Governing Use
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Extent
0.1 Linear Feet
Abstract
This collection consists of a petition to the Executive Committee of The Society of Sigma Xi to establish a chapter at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. It includes the rationale for establishment, information on the University and its current research initiatives, and brief vitas of petitioners and their publications.
Biographical/Historical Note
Sigma Xi: The Scientific Research Society was founded in 1886 at Cornell University by junior faculty member Frank van Vleck and a handful of graduate students to recognize excellence in scientific research. The Society's name is taken from its motto Spoudon Xynones, which translates as Companions in Zealous Research. Members of the non-profit honor society elect others on the basis of their research achievements or potential. Today, the society boasts over 60,000 members in more than 100 countries.
Arrangement
Collection consists of one folder.
Acquisition Note
Collection was transferred to University Archives.
Repository Details
Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository