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Plan B papers

 Collection
Identifier: SW B03

Scope and Content

The collection contains papers by University of Minnesota students in the School of Social Work. The "Plan B" papers, which were similary to a Masters thesis, written by students in the School of Social Work's MSW program, circa 1940 to 1970. Most of the papers were based on the students' field placement in local social work agencies. Topics of the papers include state hospitals, histories of social work organizations, adoption, medical care, legislation and laws, single mothers, children and African-Americans.

Dates

  • Creation: 1940-1970

Creator

Language of Materials

English

Use of Materials

Open for use in Social Welfare History Archives reading room.

Copyright

Please contact the Archives for copyright information.

Extent

40.3 Linear Feet (31 boxes)

Abstract

Collection contains "Plan B" papers of students in the University of Minnesota School of Social Work. The "Plan B" paper was an alternative form of Master's thesis for students in the program.

Arrangement

The bound papers are arranged in alphabetical order by year.

Other Finding Aid

Unpublished alphabetical list available. Please contact the Archives for further information regarding this collection.

Acquisition Information

The Plan B papers were received by the Social Welfare History Archives from the School of Social Work at the University of Minnesota.

Title
Plan B papers
Author
Karen Spilman
Date
March 2005
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
English

Collecting Area Details

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