Robert M. MacIver papers, 1930-1969
Collection context
- Creator:
- MacIver, Robert M. (Robert Morrison), 1882-1970
- Extent:
- 5.5 linear feet (11 boxes (10 manuscript boxes, one half-manuscript box))
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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Materials comprise correspondence, subject files, organizational files, course materials, speeches, notes, manuscripts, publications and reviews, and printed materials.
- Biographical / historical:
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Robert Morrison MacIver (1882-1970) was the Lieber Professor of Political Philosophy and Sociology at Columbia University. MacIver was author of numerous works on sociology, political power, and juvenile delinquency. After he retired from Columbia in 1950, he served on the City of New York Juvenile Delinquency Evaluation Project and as President and Chancellor of the New School for Social Research.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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This collection is located off-site. You will need to request this material at least three business days in advance to use the collection in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library reading room.
This collection has no restrictions.
- Terms of access:
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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.
- Preferred citation:
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Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Robert M. MacIver papers; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.
- Location of this collection:
- Before you visit:
- Researchers interested in viewing materials in the RBML reading room must must book an appointment at least 7 days in advance. To make the most of your visit, be sure to request your desired materials before booking your appointment, as researchers are limited to 5 items per day.
- Contact:
- rbml@library.columbia.edu