Department of Psychology papers 1924-1951

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Department of Psychology papers 1924-1951

The University of Minnesota Department of Psychology papers cover the period 1924-1951. The papers include information on the Department’s relationship with the University of Minnesota, as well as material on various national psychological institutions and organizations and routine operations at the University of Minnesota. Richard M. Elliott was chairman of the Department from 1919-1951 and many of Elliott’s activities are mentioned.

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