Journal of the Otto Rank Association

Saul Hofstein papers 4078395Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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This finding aid was produced using ArchivesSpace on 2025-04-26 11:32:00 -0400.Description is written in: English, Latin script.Describing Archives: A Content Standard2009-06-26File created.2013-10-09Ead version published by Patrick Lawlor2019-05-20EAD was imported spring 2019 as part of the ArchivesSpace Phase II migration. Rare Book and Manuscript Library Saul Hofstein papers Hofstein, Saul, 1916- 4078395 MS#0604 English . /repositories/2/resources/6013 23 linear feet 23 boxes 1939-1994 The research files of Saul Hofstein and his files from the Otto Rank Association. Arrangement

This collection is arranged in 2 series.

Restrictions on Access

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Preferred Citation

Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Saul Hofstein papers; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.

Terms Governing Use and Reproduction

Reproductions may be made for research purposes. The RBML maintains ownership of the physical material only. Copyright remains with the creator and his/her heirs. The responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.

Terms Governing Use and Reproduction

All original copies of audio / moving image media are closed until reformatting. Commercial materials are not routinely digitized. Email rbml@columbia.edu for more information.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Papers: Source of acquisition--Hofstein, Dr. Saul. Method of acquisition--gift; Date of acquisition--01/--/1986.

Biographical sketch

Clinical psychologist with the U.S. Army from 1941 to 1946; Supervisor of Children's and Youth Services at Jewish Community Services of Long Island from 1946 to 1956; Assistant Director of the Infants Home of Brooklyn from 1956 to 1958; an instructor of social work at several institutions from 1952 to 1966; and associate professor at the Wurzweiler School of Social Work of Yeshiva University since 1966.

Ownership and Custodial History

Gift of Dr. Saul Hofstein, 1986.

Processing Information

Papers processed HR 05/--/1986.

Scope and Content

Manuscripts, correspondence, mimeographed reports and seminar papers, documents, reprints of articles, clippings, pamphlets, and other printed materials relating to psychology, social work and social work education. There are files relating to Hofstein's teaching and professional associations and committees and materials concerning psychological testing and psychiatric treatment in the army during World War II.

Scope and Content

In addition, there is a substantial amount of material realting to the Otto Rank Association, including meeting notes, photographs, audio recordings.