Rachel Anne Purpura papers, 1942-1943

Summary Information

Abstract

The papers of Rachel Purpura consist primarily of class notes, course outlines, bibliographies, interviews and term papers. Also included are newspaper clippings and magazine reprints.

At a Glance

Arrangement

Arrangement

Ms. Purpura's papers are arranged in three series.

• Series I: Courses, 1942-1943
• Series II: Case Works, 1943
• Series III: Biographical, 1942-1943

Description

Summary

Ms. Purpura's papers consist primarily of class notes and term papers from various courses taken at The New York School of Social Work. In addition, the collection includes course outlines, reading lists, bibliographies, interviews, case studies observations, newspaper clippings, and magazine reprints.

• Series I: Courses, 1942-1943

  This series consists of Ms. Purpura's class notes and term papers associated with graduate courses taken at The New York School of Social Work. The papers also include course syllabi, bibliographies, and reading lists.

• Series II: Case Works, 1943

  These files contain Ms. Purpura's observations, bibliographies, and information used for assigned case studies in the field of group work.

• Series III: Biographical, 1942-1943

  This series include Ms. Purpura's typed application summary for The New York School of Social Work. Also included is a certification from the Welfare Council for completion of the Brooklyn Orientation Training Course for Volunteers in Group Work.

Using the Collection

Rare Book and Manuscript Library

Restrictions on Access

You will need to make an appointment in advance to use this collection material in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library reading room. You can schedule an appointment once you've submitted your request through your Special Collections Research Account.

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 Governing Use and Reproduction

Single photocopies 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

Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Rachel Anne Purpura papers; Box and Folder; University Archives; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.

Accrual

No additions are expected

Ownership and Custodial History

Gift of Mrs. Rachel Anne (Reynolds) Purpura, 1986.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Source of acquisition--Purpura, Rachel Anne (Reynolds). Method of acquisition--Gift; Date of acquisition--10/27/1986. Accession number--M-86-10-27.

About the Finding Aid / Processing Information

Columbia University Libraries, Rare Book and Manuscript Library

Processing Information

Papers processed by Marilyn Chin (Queens College, 2011).

Finding aid written by Marilyn Chin (Queens College, 2011) February 2011.

Revision Description

2011-03-04 File created.

2011-03-09 XML document instance created by Catherine C. Ricciardi

2019-05-20 EAD was imported spring 2019 as part of the ArchivesSpace Phase II migration.

Subject Headings

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Subject

History / Biographical Note

Biographical / Historical

Rachel Anne (Reynolds) Purpura was a graduate student at Columbia University's New York School of Social Work during 1942-1943. Her career focused on the reform of institutional bureaucracy. She volunteered in several committees at the central branch of the Brooklyn YWCA. As an undergraduate, she majored in Economics and Sociology, and received her B.A. degree from Mount Holyoke College in 1940.