Lakonians Honor Society records, 1944-1988.

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Lakonians Honor Society records, 1944-1988.

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This collection documents the history, administration, membership and programs of the Lakonians Honor Society at Penn State, including correspondence, meeting minutes, and other papers, as well as two printing plates.

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Pennsylvania State University Libraries

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Pennsylvania State University Libraries

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Pennsylvania State College

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Lakonians Honor Society

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The Lakonides Honor Society was formed in the 1930s by Miss Haidt, the director of women's physical education at Penn State's School of Physical Education and Athletics. The name of the society was inspired by the idea of Spartan women cultivating the health of mind, body, and character toward which women in the program were encouraged to strive. In 1975 the name was changed to the Lakonians, and men were allowed to join. The standards for admission rose steadily over the years to include a high...

Pennsylvania state university

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The Pennsylvania Humanities Council designated the year 1985 as "The Year of the Pennsylvania Writer." The PHC funded projects in eight locations throughout the Commonwealth to gain appreciation, understanding, and recognition for past and present Pennsylvania writers. The State College/University Park location held a two-stage conference and related events by five Centre County regional organizations. From the description of The Year of the Pennsylvania writer collection, 1984-1986....