Tom K. Phares photograph collection, 1940

Summary

Creator:

Phares, Tom K.

Abstract:

University of Michigan alumnus (class of 1941), member and president of the Sigma Chi Fraternity chapter, writer, and Westinghouse Electric Corporation executive. Professional photographs of the exterior and interior of the Sigma Chi Fraternity house and a group portrait of chapter members.

Extent:

1 folder

Language:

English

Call Number:

2013017 UAs

Authors:

Finding aid created by Steven Gentry, March 2020.

Background

Scope and Content:

The Tom K. Phares photograph collection consists of professional photographs of the exterior and interior of the Sigma Chi Fraternity house and a group portrait of chapter members.

Biographical / Historical:

Phares was born on November 8, 1918. He attended the University of Michigan, graduating in 1941. He later worked at Westinghouse Electric Corporation, where he would receive the Westinghouse Order of Merit (1965) and, eventually, attain the rank of director of corporate communications and manager of international public relations.

Phares worked on several books during his life, including Seeking and Finding Science Talent: A 50-Year History of the Westinghouse Science Talent Search.

Tom K. Phares passed away on June 2, 2009 in Oakmont, Pa.).

Acquisition Information:

Donated by Russell M. Stitt (donor no. 10897 ).

Rules or Conventions:

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Subjects

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Formats:

Photographs.

Names:

Sigma Chi Fraternity. Theta Theta Chapter (University of Michigan)
University of Michigan -- Students -- 1931-1940.
Phares, Tom K.