Mortar Board, Sphinx Chapter records, 1943-1989

This collection consists of a 1965-1966 calendar, which was created and sold by Mortar Board, and a nomination form and letter from the 1984-1985 academic year. The publication MSU Woman featured articles on topics such as reproductive health, feminism, and the activities of women's groups at MSU. It was originally sponsored by Associated Women Students and Mortar Board. The collection contains eight scrapbooks documenting Mortar Board's history. Included in the scrapbooks are newspaper clippings, lists of officers, photographs, and ephemera (e.g., programs, dance cards).

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: "Item title, Collection title, Collection Identifier, Michigan State University Archives & Historical Collections, East Lansing, Michigan."

Finding aid available in 101 Conrad Hall.

Mortar Board is a National Honor Society that recognizes college seniors for distinguished ability and achievement in scholarship, leadership, and service. The Michigan State University chapter, known as the Sphinx Chapter, is one of 200 Mortar Board groups established at different colleges and universities throughout the United States. The Michigan State Chapter of Mortar Board was chartered in 1934. "Mortar Board was the first national organization honoring senior college women." (www.mortarboard.org/About/History/)