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Cynthia Flynn Capers papers, 1978- 1983

Extent:
0.8 linear feet
Abstract:
Cynthia Capers was the first black graduate of the University of Pennsylvania's nursing doctoral program, and has worked as a nurse, family therapist, consultant, researcher, professor, dean, and special assistant to the provost at the University of Akron. This collection contains some of her papers and records, including biographical information, outlines for courses at the Germantown Dispensary Hospital School, and doctoral program materials from the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Barbara Bates Center for the Study of The History of Nursing [Contact Us]

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Florence S. Downs papers, 1938-2005 (inclusive)

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6.0 linear feet
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Florence S. Downs (1925-2005) was nurse scholar, researcher, and educator. She served as Associate Dean at the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing and established Penn's nursing doctoral program. She later became editor of the journal Nursing Research. These materials include personal and professional correspondence, photographs, publications, and artifacts.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Barbara Bates Center for the Study of The History of Nursing [Contact Us]

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Jeanne Quint Benoliel papers, 1919-2012 (inclusive)

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35.0 linear feet
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The Jeanne Quint Benoliel, Papers include personal and professional correspondence, speeches, presentations, and publications she wrote during her career, as well as documents following her active participation in professional organizations such as the International Working Group on Death, Dying and Bereavement. In addition, this collection contains several research grant projects and related field notes and materials, including her influential studies “Exploratory Investigation of Process of Adjustment Following Mastectomy” and “Hospital Personnel, Nursing Care and Dying Patients”, amongst others.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Barbara Bates Center for the Study of The History of Nursing [Contact Us]

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Dorothy M. Smith papers, 1951-1997 (inclusive)

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5.0 linear feet
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Dorothy M. Smith, R.N., M. Ed., dean and dean emeritus of the College of Nursing at the University of Florida, 1956-1973, was an internationally known nurse leader, educator and clinician. These papers span Smith’s professional life and documents her educational and academic experiences as well as awards and recognition received as a nursing leader. The collection is comprised of addresses, articles, and files which reflect her association with the University of Florida; personal correspondence; and photographs.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Barbara Bates Center for the Study of The History of Nursing [Contact Us]

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Jo Ann Ashley papers, 1942-1980 (inclusive)

Extent:
10.4 linear feet
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Jo Ann Ashley was a nationally recognized nurse educator and author, best known for her book Hospitals, Paternalism, and the Role of the Nurse. She spoke and wrote prolifically on nursing, health care, and sexism and gender relations. This collection of papers and multimedia items documents Ashley's professional career. It includes correspondence, articles and speeches, and research materials. Also included are some of Ashley's personal papers, including a complete set of her poetry.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Barbara Bates Center for the Study of The History of Nursing [Contact Us]

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Barbara Wilcox papers, 1966-1981 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.8 linear feet
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This collection contains some of the professional papers of Barbara Wilcox, a public health nurse. Materials include articles, information on committees, and position papers.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Barbara Bates Center for the Study of The History of Nursing [Contact Us]

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Theresa I. Lynch papers, 1896-1986 (inclusive)

Extent:
1.4 linear feet
Abstract:
Theresa Lynch (1896-1994) is remembered as the first Dean of the independent School of Nursing at the University of Pennsylvania. The bulk of this collection is related to the Penn School of Nursing, but also includes personal correspondence, speeches, awards, biographical sketches, and photographs.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Barbara Bates Center for the Study of The History of Nursing [Contact Us]

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Adaline Chase papers, circa 1900-1975

Extent:
1.6 linear feet
Abstract:
Adaline Chase was a public health nurse and nurse educator who was instrumental in establishing the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing. This collection documents her nursing and education career, along with her professional organization activities and her personal life.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Barbara Bates Center for the Study of The History of Nursing [Contact Us]

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Karen Buhler-Wilkerson papers, 1969-2004 (bulk) 1944-2010 (inclusive)

Extent:
26.0 linear feet
Abstract:
This collection spans Buhler-Wilkerson’s professional life, documenting her education at Emory, her work while a faculty member and Division Head of the University of Pennsylvania, and her appointment as Director of the Barbara Bates Center for the Study of the History of Nursing. Also included are important correspondence and papers related to her membership with other institutes and associations. Photographs, artifacts and files related to the Center’s projects, including The Nightingale’s Song and RN: The Past, Present, and Future of the Nursing Uniform, are incorporated.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Barbara Bates Center for the Study of The History of Nursing [Contact Us]

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