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Collection Summary
Identifier
UA 35.13
Title
Young Men's Christian Association Records
Creator
Young Men's Christian Association, South Dakota Agricultural College, South Dakota State College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts
Dates
1897-1933
Extent
0.42 linear feet (1 document case)
Language
English
Repository
South Dakota State University Archives and Special Collections, Hilton M. Briggs Library, Brookings, South Dakota.
Access note
This collection is open to researchers without restrictions. The materials in the Archives do not circulate and may be used in-house only.
Preferred Citation
Name of item . Young Men's Christian Association Records. UA 35.13. South Dakota State University Archives and Special Collections, Hilton M. Briggs Library, Brookings, South Dakota.
Abstract
The Young Men's Christian Association promoted the growth of Christian faith and furthered good character, citizenship and leadership. The collection is composed of secretary’s and treasurer’s books, a handbook for members programs for lecture courses, programs for plays, the YMCA Entertainment Series, a student conference, and installation banquets.
Historical Note
Since November 14, 1897, the Young Men's Christian Association had an active organization on the campus of South Dakota State College. It was always active and influential in student activities. The aim was to develop the individual in mind, body and spirit. It promoted the growth of Christian faith together with the furtherance of good character, citizenship and leadership. The group held weekly fellowship meeting, promoted deputation work, maintained an employment bureau, and furnished reading rooms, rest rooms and recreational facilities. The group was governed by a cabinet and its members held office for one year.
The Young Women's Christian Association was open to all young women. The aim of this group was to develop a full and creative life, spiritually and socially. It also gave an opportunity for the wholesome expression of Christian activities. This group was also governed by a cabinet and held joint meetings with the YMCA.
Contents Note
This series is composed of secretary's and treasurer's books, a handbook for members programs for lecture courses, programs for plays, the YMCA Entertainment Series, a student conference, and installation banquets.
The secretary's books consist of minutes from meetings, membership information, and included some loose material in the back (correspondence, notes, etc.).
Key Words
South Dakota State University and World War I
Student activities
Students -- Religious life
Students -- Societies, etc.
Young Men's Christian Association
Young Women's Christian Association
Container List
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| Box | Folder | Description | Date(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | A Calendar of College Life at SDSC | 1911 |
| 1 | 2 | Entertainment Series (programs) | 1915-1918 |
| 1 | 3 | Installation banquet (programs) | 1923, 1927, 1930-1931 |
| 1 | 4 | Lecture course (programs) | 1917-1924 |
| 1 | 5 | Our Boys in the Service - SDSC Honor Roll | 1918 |
| 1 | 6 | Play program | undated |
| 1 | 7 | Program of activities | 1906, 1919, 1924 |
| 1 | 8 | Student conference (program) | undated |
| 1 | 9 | Secretary's book (ledger) | 1897-1917 |
| 1 | 10 | Secretary's book (loose material) | 1897-1917 |
| 1 | 11 | Treasurer's book (ledger) | 1897-1917 |
| 1 | 12 | Treasurer's book (ledger) (also membership, gym cards, lecture course, subscriptions) | 1921-1933 |
Administrative Information
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open to researchers without restrictions. The materials in the Archives do not circulate and may be used in-house only.
Researchers conducting extensive research are asked to make an advance appointment to access archival material. Please call or e-mail prior to visiting the collection and indicate as much detail as possible about a particular topic and intended use.
South Dakota State University supports access to the materials, published and unpublished, in its collections. Nonetheless, access to some items may be restricted as a result of their fragile condition or by contractual agreements with donors.
Copyright note
Copyright restrictions apply in different ways to different materials. Many of the documents and other historical materials in the Archives are in the public domain and may be reproduced and used in any way. There are other materials in the Archive carrying a copyright interest and must be used according to the provisions of Title 17 of the U.S. Code. The Archive issues a warning concerning copyright restrictions to every researcher who requests copies of documents. Although the copyright law is under constant redefinition in the courts, it is ultimately the responsibility of the researcher to properly use copyrighted material.
Arranged and Described by
Crystal J. Gamradt, 1998 August 25.