Date(s): 1803-1983
Extent: 3.75 cu.ft.
Biographical Note: Sydnor L. Stealey (1897-1969) was born in Martinsburg, West Virginia. He graduated from Oklahoma Baptist University and then enrolled at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary where he received his Th.M. and Ph.D. Stealey then served as a pastor in Virginia and North Carolina before returning to Southern Seminary to serve as professor of church history from 1942-1951. In 1951, Stealey was elected as the first president of the newly formed Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, an office he held until his retirement in 1963. During his twelve years as president, Stealey led SEBTS through its formative years and the seminary received full accreditation by the American Association of Theological Schools in 1958. During his tenure the number of faculty members and students grew steadily, and numerous updates were made to the campus. Several building projects were completed during Stealey’s presidency, including the chapel which was completed in 1958.
Scope and Contents: This collection contains material related to the life and career of Sydnor L. Stealey. Material in this collection highlights Stealey's time as a pastor and professor as well his acceptance of the position of president at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. Resources include letters, newspaper clippings, photographs, and periodicals that showcase Stealey's work and personal interests.
Language(s): English
Conditions Governing Access: This collection is open for research.
Arrangement Note: This collection is arranged into two series. The first series contains personal correspondence related to Stealey’s career as well as condolences received by Mrs. Stealey’s upon Dr. Stealey’s death. The second series contains research material related to the life of Dr. Stealey including newspaper clippings and periodicals.
Processing History: Arranged and described by Shea Van Schuyver, Archives Assistant and Drew Dickerson, Assistant Archivist, July 2021.
Preferred Citation: Sydnor L. Stealey papers, Archives and Special Collections, Library at Southeastern, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, Wake Forest, NC.
Repository: Archives and Special Collections, Library at Southeastern, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, Wake Forest, NC
Resource Identifier: ARC.020
