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William B. B. Moody papers on the Eclectic Society of Phi Nu Theta

 Collection
Identifier: 1000-330

Scope and Contents

The William B. B. Moody papers on the Eclectic Society of Phi Nu Theta consists of his notes and research for the creation of his book, A History of the Eclectic Society of Phi Nu Theta, 1837-1970. A final master copy of the work is a part of this collection. Also part of the collection are the John Gettier ‘56 files on the Socratic Literary Society. The bulk of the collection consists of Moody’s research on the society from its foundation to the 1970s. These files are a combination of documents he used for the work as well as his notes and correspondence. Subjects also include initiates, prominent members and the societys standing on campus.

Dates

  • Creation: 1839-2007

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Use

University records - Copyright held by Wesleyan University; all other copyright is retained by the creator - In Copyright – Non-Commercial Use Permitted

Biographical / Historical

William B.B. Moody, Wesleyan University class of 1959, spent 30 years as a cryptologist with the U.S. Navy. Upon leaving the Navy, Moody would head a high school foreign language department until his retirement. During his time at Wesleyan, he was a member of the Eclectic Society. The Eclectic Society of Phi Nu Theta was founded in 1837 and was Wesleyan’s second fraternity at the time.

Extent

1.25 Linear Feet (2 hollinger and 1 half hollinger box)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

The William B. B. Moody papers on the Eclectic Society of Phi Nu Theta comprises of Moody’s notes, research and final book discussing the history of the Eclectic Society of Phi Nu Theta.

Arrangement

The collection has been arranged into three series based on how it was recieved. Within each series the collection has been kept in it's original order. The series are Series I: The Book Series II: Alphabetical/chronological files Series III: The John Gettier '56 files

Immediate Source of Acquisition

The collection was recieved from William B. B. Moody.

Title
William B. B. Moody papers on the Eclectic Society of Phi Nu Theta, 1839-2007
Status
Completed
Author
Erica Ciallela
Date
February 28, 2020
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Undetermined
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Language of description note
English

Repository Details

Part of the University Archives Repository

Contact:
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