National Anthropological Archives

Guide to the Robert J. Havighurst papers, 1939-1954

Summary

Collection ID:
NAA.XXXX.0314
Creators:
Havighurst, Robert J. (Robert James), 1900-1991
United States. Bureau of Indian Affairs
University of Chicago. Committee on Human Development
Dates:
1939-1954
Languages:
English
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Physical Description:
6.25 Linear feet
Repository:

Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents
Havighurst has described the material sent to the archives as being that left by the committee. It will be noted, however, that the test materials included are those in which Havighurst had a special interest and the correspondence is his. Several researchers have noted that the original protocols for the tests are not included. The papers include small amounts of correspondence of Grace Arthur, Ruth Fulton Benedict, Clara Gonzales, Lester Janke, Dorothea C. Leighton, and Laura Thompson.
Please note that the contents of the collection and the language and terminology used reflect the context and culture of the time of its creation. As an historical document, its contents may be at odds with contemporary views and terminology and considered offensive today. The information within this collection does not reflect the views of the Smithsonian Institution or National Anthropological Archives, but is available in its original form to facilitate research.

Arrangement

Arrangement
The collection is arranged into 7 series: (1) Case files, 1942-1943; (2) Arthur Point Performance Test records, 1943-1944; (3) Stewart's Emotional Response Test analysis, ca. 1943; (4) "Drawing test administered 1947 by Borchardt," 1947; (5) free drawings, 1942-1943; (6) administrative material, 1941-1943; (7) printed and processed material, 1939-1954.

Using the Collection

Portions of the collection are stored off-site. Advanced notice must be given to view the collection.
Conditions Governing Access
Most of the collection is restricted to protect the confidentiality of data concerning subjects of tests and interviews.
Access to the Robert J. Havighurst papers requires an appointment.
Preferred Citation
Robert J. Havighurst papers, National Anthropological Archives, Smithsonian Institution
Conditions Governing Use
Contact the repository for terms of use.

Related Materials
The National Anthropological Archives holds the Dorothea Cross Leighton papers and Laura Thompson papers, which additional material concerning the Indian Personality, Education, and Administration Research project.
The Newberry Library holds the Robert James Havighurst papers and the Hanna Holborn Gray Special Collections Research Center at the University of Chicago Library holds the Robert J. Havighurst Papers.

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