Hindu Student Association records, 2000-2004

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Summary

Creator:
Duke University. Hindu Students Association
Abstract:
The Hindu Students Association (HAS) was founded in 1997 with the aims of facilitating spiritual development among members and increasing awareness of Hinduism on campus. Collection contains the organization's constitution, executive meeting notes, Bhajans (songs), materials from the 2003 Diwali, including informational handouts and the event program, and HSA flyers.
Extent:
0.25 Linear Feet
100 Items
Language:
Material in English
Collection ID:
UA.31.04.0004
University Archives Record Group:
31 -- Student/Campus Life
31 -- Student/Campus Life > 04 -- Student Organizations- Religious and Cultural Organizations

Background

Scope and content:

The Hindu Students Association Collection contains the organization's constitution, executive meeting notes, Bhajans (songs), materials from the 2003 Diwali, including informational handouts and the event program, and HSA flyers. The materials date from fall 2000 to spring 2004, the majority of which is from the 2003-2004 school year.

Biographical / historical:

The Hindu Students Association (HAS) was founded in 1997 with the aims of facilitating spiritual development among members and increasing awareness of Hinduism on campus. HSA welcomes all members of the community, regardless of religious belief, to HSA activities. Past events include the Hare Krishna feast, Navarathri Garba, Diwali Puja, and Hinduism Awareness Week. HSA also hosts weekly Sunday discussions and a monthly speaker series.

Acquisition information:
The Hindu Student Association records were received by the University Archives as a transfer in 2004.
Processing information:

Processed by Alyssa Reichardt, October 2007

Encoded by Sherrie Bowser, October 2007

Accession A2004-27 is described in this finding aid.

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Describing Archives: A Content Standard

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Subjects:
Asian Americans -- North Carolina -- Durham
Hinduism -- North Carolina -- Durham
Names:
Duke University -- History
Duke University -- Students -- Societies, etc.
Duke University. Hindu Students Association

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[Identification of item], Hindu Student Association Records, Duke University Archives, David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Duke University.