 Manuscript MS-085LaGrange Chapter, American Association of University WomenMS-851974-1980 SOURCE: Juanice Still SIZE: .3 linear feet SHELVING UNIT: 1 manuscript box PROCESSING: JDG, 2008 HISTORICAL NOTE:The LaGrange chapter of the American Association of University Women was organized November 18, 1952, at LaGrange College at the urging of Dr. Waights G. Henry, Jr., president of the college. First officers elected were Dr. Bernice Freeman, president; Miss Verdie Miller, vice-president; Miss Isma Swain, secretary; and Miss Mary Thomas, treasurer.The purpose of the chapter, as defined in their by-laws, was: " to unite alumnae of colleges and universities on the American Association of University Women list of qualified institutions for practical educational work; to concentrate and increase their effectiveness in the community for the solution of social and civic problems; to participate in the development and promotion of the policies and programs of the AAUW; to contribute to its growth and advancement; and to cooperate in its state division and regional work." The chapter filed for discontinuance in the fall of 1980. SCOPE AND CONTENT:This collection shows the activities of the LaGrange chapter through its minutes and annual agendas. Included are copies of the chapter's by-laws, correspondence, and a history summarizing the programs presented to the group from its inception through the late 1970s. Names of members and the colleges and universities they graduated are included. The organization proposed writing a biography of Troup County pioneer black educator, Ethel W. Kight, but was unable to complete the project. Correspondence, certificates, and a newspaper clipping outline the chapter's victory in the 1976 Bicentennial Parade contest.CONTAINER LIST:Folders1 Membership lists, yearly programs, agendas, 1974-1979 2 Minutes, 1977-79 3 Papers and correspondence, history, by-laws, discontinuance, 1974-1980 Photographs - 1 Folder TRACINGS: Women's Societies and Clubs LaGrange Chapter, American Association of University Women MS-85 1970-1980 Description .1 Historical Note ...1 Scope and Content .2 Container List . 1-2 Tracings .2
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