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Nancy Biehn nursing collection, 1957-1961, undated
Overview of the Collection
- Dnr
- Biehn, Nancy
- Title
- Nancy Biehn nursing collection
- Dates
- 1957-1961, undated (inclusive)19571961
- Quantity
- 0.42 linear feet, (one 5" high flat box)
- Collection Number
- 2009-008
- Summary
- Nancy Biehn graduated from the University of Oregon School of Nursing in 1960. This collection which dates from 1957 to 1960, consists of nursing garb, certificates, photographs, correspondence, and programs concerning her commencement and immediate post graduate life.
- Repository
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Oregon Health & Science University, Historical Collections & Archives
OHSU Historical Collections & Archives
Oregon Health & Science University
3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd. MC:LIB
Portland, OR
97239
Telephone: 5034945587
hcaref@ohsu.edu - Access Restrictions
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There are no restrictions on access. This collection is open to the public.
- Languages
- English
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The Nancy Biehn nursing collection houses the personal effects of Nancy Biehn. This collection which dates from 1957 to 1960, consists of nursing garb, certificates, photographs, correspondence, and programs concerning the commencement and immediate post graduate life of Nancy Biehn from the University of Oregon School of Nursing in the early 1960s. This collection is a fascinating glance into the cultural form and ritual of graduating nurses during this era.
Historical NoteReturn to Top
Nancy Biehn (née Zimmerly) graduated from the University of Oregon School of Nursing in 1960. Married in 1959 to Major Donald Robert Biehn, Biehn went to Boise, Idaho for work in public health post graduation.
Use of the CollectionReturn to Top
Restrictions on Use
OHSU Historical Collections & Archives (HC&A) is the owner of the original materials and digitized images in our collections, however, the collection may contain materials for which copyright is not held. Patrons are responsible for determining the appropriate use or reuse of materials. Consult with HC&A to determine if we can provide permission for use.
Preferred Citation
Nancy Biehn nursing collection, Collection Number 2009-008, Oregon Health & Science University, Historical Collections and Archives
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
School of Nursing documents, 1957-1960, undatedReturn to Top
| Container(s) | Description | Dates | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Box | Folder | ||
| 1 | 1 | Psychiatric Nursing certificate |
1958 December 28 |
| 1 | 1 | Photocopy of University of Oregon diploma, Bachelor of Science |
1960 |
| 1 | 1 | "73 Nurses Graduated" newspaper clipping |
1960 |
| 1 | 1 | University of Oregon School of Nursing Sixteenth Annual Commencement Exercises program |
1960 |
| 1 | 1 | University of Oregon School of Nursing commencement announcement |
1960 |
| 1 | 1 | Commencement brunch program |
1960 |
| 1 | 1 | University of Oregon School of Nursing capping exercises program (class of 1959) |
1957 |
| 1 | 1 | Estimated expenses and stipends for University of Oregon School of Nursing |
1957 |
| 1 | 1 | Acceptance letter to University of Oregon School of Nursing |
1957 February 5 |
Correspondence, (bulk 1957-1960) Return to Top
| Container(s) | Description | Dates | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Box | Folder | ||
| 1 | 2 | Handwritten invitation to Alumni Association coffee |
1960 |
| 1 | 2 | Letter from Olson to Biehn |
1957 May 3 |
| 1 | 2 | Letter from Olson to Biehn |
1957 February 2 |
Photographs, 1957-1961, undatedReturn to Top
| Container(s) | Description | Dates | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Box | Folder | ||
| 1 | 3 | Commencement photographs (4) |
1957-1961, undated |
| 1 | 3 | Post-graduate photographs (3) |
1960, undated |
| 1 | 3 | Post-graduate photographs (3) |
1960, undated |
| 1 | 3 | Psychiatric Student Nursing class photograph |
undated |
Nursing garb, undatedReturn to Top
| Container(s) | Description | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Box | ||
| 1 | Nursing cap |
undated |
| 1 | Kit containing spare bobby pins and buttons |
undated |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Commencement ceremonies
- Schools, Nursing
- Students
Corporate Names
- Oregon Health & Science University
- University of Oregon. School of Nursing
Geographical Names
- Oregon
Occupations
- Nursing
