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Lambda Chi Alpha. Alpha Pi Chapter (University of Denver)

 Organization

Biography

Local fraternity Phi Theta Kappa accepted as Lambda Chi Alpha at DU in January 16, 1917.

Sources

“Denver’s Fraternities Have Fifty Year Histories,” The Denver Clarion, vol. 46, issue 1, September 10, 1941, pg. 3.

Biography

University contracts with four fraternities to construct houses along East Evans and South Gaylord in 1929. (Beta Theta Pi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Lambda Chi Alpha, Kappa Sigma)

Biography

Breck, A.D. (1996). From the rockies to the world (pg.125); University of Denver. Special Collections and Archives; Card Catalog. Buildings- Fraternities. Beta Theta Pi; “The Fraternity Way,” 1951, U172._.0003, Orgs-Greeks folder; “The Greek Way,” 1956-57, U172._.0003, Orgs-Greeks folder. University of Denver. Special Collections and Archives. Card Catalog. Buildings- Fraternities. Kappa Sigma.

Found in 11 Collections and/or Records:

Lambda Chi Alpha, Alpha Pi Zeta Chapter Records

 Collection
Identifier: U367
Abstract

Lambda Chi Alpha is a social fraternity organization in the United States started in the early 1900s. The Alpha Pi Zeta chapter of Lambda Chi Alpha is the University of Denver's local chapter, and this collection contains records and materials from the establishment of the chapter in 1917 to now. Materials in the collection include papers, photographs, scrapbooks, and bound minutes books.

Dates: 1917 - 2018

The Denver Clarion, vol. 32, issue 15, 1955 November 15

 Item
Identifier: clarion_v032i15_19551115
Abstract Homecoming revisited. The Chancellor and Queen Fran – Queen Fran De Young was named queen and coronated by Chancellor Alter. Chloe! Where’s Chloe? – Herb Hoard peeks out of the HRM Victor television looking for Chloe in the production of “Suspense” at the Greek Talent Show. Goodbye, Cruel World – The DU football player flushed the Utah Aggie down the toilet, as the judges awarded Lambda Chi Alpha first place for their house decoration. There’s Method to Our Madness – The Phi Kappa Sigma’s...
Dates: 1955 November 15

The Denver Clarion, vol. 32, issue 50, 1956 May 8

 Item
Identifier: clarion_v032i50_19560508
Abstract

1956 May Day “Showboat” Docks; Lambda Chi Alpha Wins Overall May Day Trophy. Pompous Ceremony – Margery Reed Cornerstone Laid Twenty-Eight Years Ago. ROTC Cadets Elect Queen At Annual Military Dance. May Days “Showboat” Termed Extravaganza. All School and Class Office Elections begin on May 10, 1956.

Dates: 1956 May 8

The Denver Clarion, vol. 35, issue 18, 1958 November 18

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Identifier: clarion_v035i18_19581118
Abstract

Julius Caesar Satire Pleases Large Audience. Lambda Chi Overall Winner in Homecoming Competition. Dedication of Residence Halls Set for Sunday. Homecoming Activities Don’t All go Exactly as Original Plans Called for. Senate to Hear UFD Problems. Summer Tour Meeting.

Dates: 1958 November 18

The Denver Clarion, vol. 36, issue 49, 1960 May 3

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Identifier: clarion_v036i49_19600503
Abstract

A.U.S.A. Elections Today – Student to Select 1960-61 DU Student Body Offers. May Days to Open May 5. Mayfair to Open Thursday Evening in DU Field House. Senior Honoraries to Tap Students at Twilight Sing. Lambda Chi Alpha Push Cart Races to be Held May 6. Gamma Phi Places First in Annual Speech Tournament. May 7, Date for May Days Prom.

Dates: 1960 May 3

The Denver Clarion, vol. 68, issue 55, 1964 May 15

 Item
Identifier: clarion_v068i55_19640515
Abstract

Radiators Might Flame, But Studies Must go on. Sports Editor Powell Chosen Tuesday to Edit ’65 K-Book. Boklund Surveys Hamlet’s Problems in Lecture “Judgement in Shakespeare”. Fine Arts Week Closes Tonight with Two Films. Lambda Chi’s Go Kidnapping for MSS.

Dates: 1964 May 15

The Denver Clarion, vol. 69, issue 13, 1964 October 30

 Item
Identifier: clarion_v069i13_19641030
Abstract

LBJ Swamps Barry by 5 3 Margin in Mock Presidential Election Tues. – 900 Cast Ballots Despite Protests of Y-R President. Printer’s Errors Cited as Fault in A and S Bulletin. Greek Week Goddess. Intramural Facilities – Senators Act on Improvements. Winter Carnival. Lambda Chi Pushcart Races Highlight Greek Week Events.

Dates: 1964 October 30

The Denver Clarion, vol. 72, issue 52, 1968 May 7

 Item
Identifier: clarion_v072i52_19680507
Abstract

Due process criticism unwarranted; procedure meets Supreme Court ruling. Lambda Chi-Delta Gamma win May Days first overall. Sit-iners explain their aims at public press conference. “LSD” liquid really water. 39 to appeal cases to Conduct Board. Physicist to speak on flares.

Dates: 1968 May 7

The Denver Clarion, vol. 91, 1986 March 6

 Item
Identifier: clarion_v091_19860306
Abstract

University Administration Responds to ASAB Report. Lambda Chi Expects Renovation to Begin this Spring.

Dates: 1986 March 6

The Denver Clarion, vol. 91, issue 3, 1985 September 23

 Item
Identifier: clarion_v091i03_19850923
Abstract

Fire Erupts at Lambda Chi Alpha on September 20. “Suspicious Nature” of Fires Prompts 24 Hour Greek/DU Security Firewatch.

Dates: 1985 September 23

Additional filters:

Type
Archival Object 10
Collection 1
 
Subject
Greek letter societies 5
Spring festivals 3
Speeches 2
Winter festivals 2
Balls (Parties) 1