Berzelius Society
| Berzelius Society | |
|---|---|
| BZ | |
| Founded | 1848 Yale University |
| Type | Senior society |
| Affiliation | Independent |
| Status | Active |
| Scope | Local |
| Chapters | 1 |
| Former name | Colony Club |
| Headquarters | 78 Trumbull Street New Haven, Connecticut 06510 United States |
Berzelius Society (BZ) is the third oldest secret society for seniors at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, United States. Established in 1848, it is named after the Swedish scientist Jöns Jakob Berzelius, considered one of the founding fathers of modern chemistry. In addition, Berzelius is part of the "Ancient Eight" societies, which includes Mace and Chain, Book and Snake, Elihu Club, St. Elmo’s Society, Scroll and Key, Skull and Bones, and Wolf’s Head Society.