Dr. Mary Shy Scott Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. papers
Scope and Content Note
The collection is approximately 6.5 linear feet. It contains volumes of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Publications; programs; minutes; awards; and newsletter.
Dates
- 1937 - 2013
Creator
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (Organization)
- Scott, Mary Shy, 1930-2013 (Person)
Restrictions of Access
There are no restrictions on the research use of this collection.
Restrictions on Use
Prior permission from the Research Library must be obtained in writing before any portion of this collection can be published or reproduced.
Historical Sketch
Dr. Mary Shy Scott, Association executive and independent educational consultant, born Atlanta, Ga. A.B. Spelman (1950), M.A. N.Y.U. (1969). Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., South Atlantic regional director, 1st national vice president (1986-1990), international president (1990-1994).
Extent
6.5 Linear Feet
Language
English
Overview
The collection contains Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority records gathered by Mary Shy Scott from 1981 to 2013 and includes obituaries of former national presidents of Alpha Kappa Alpha, scholarship program information, directories, manuals, programs, minutes, and agendas from both national and regional conferences, a 1994 annual report, issues of the sorority's newsletter, Ivy Leaf, from 1981 to 1994, other related newsletters, certificates and awards.
Series
Arranged by type.
Processing Information
Processed by Regina Broh-Grolin. Completed on 2000, Additional items added by Connie Green Freightman and Derek T. Mosley, 2019
- Title
- Inventory of the Dr. Mary Shy Scott Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Papers aarl96-023 aarl96-023
- Author
- Finding aid prepared by Finding aid prepared by Auburn Avenue Research Library on African American Culture and History
- Date
- 2004 September 15
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the Auburn Avenue Research Library on African-American Culture and History Repository