The medal's obverse bears female figure r., seated on ionic capital, holding model of building in outstretched hands; greek temple in background.  Around top, · ALPHA - RHO · CHI · ; signed at right bottom, GAGE

The medal's reverse bears inscription field atop pillar, nine stars above. OVer pillar, LEADERSHIP / SERVICE / MERIT; inscribed to HENRY VANNIER SHRIVER / 1952 / V.P.I.

Alpha Rho Chi is a professional co-educational college fraternity for students studying architecture and related professions. The fraternity's name is derived from the first three letters of the Greek word for architecture, αρχιτεκτονική. It was founded through the merger of two fraternities from the state universities of Michigan and Illinois.

The octagonal medal measures 50mm x 50.5mm and was struck in bronze by the Medallic Art Company of New York.  No mintage is reported.

References:   MACo 1931-018