Philip M. Hostetler papers, 1964-1976

Overview of the Collection

Dnr
Hostetler, Philip (Philip Monroe)
Title
Philip M. Hostetler papers
Dates
1964-1976 (inclusive)
Quantity
.21 linear feet
Collection Number
2017-023
Summary
Philip Monroe Hostetler graduated with a Bachelor of Science from the University of Oregon School of Nursing in 1967, only the second man to complete the undergraduate program. He went on to work for the Providence Health System for 40 years as well as serve as an Assistant Professor at the University of Portland. This collection contains photographs, newspaper clippings, correspondence, programs, University of Oregon School of Nursing (UOSN) course information, and personal ephemera evidencing the early integration of men into the nation's nursing programs.
Repository
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

There are no restrictions on access. This collection is open to the public.

Languages
English

Historical NoteReturn to Top

Philip Monroe Hostetler, born May 17, 1940 in Upland, California, graduated with a Bachelor of Science from the University of Oregon School of Nursing in 1967. Hostetler was only the second man to complete the undergraduate program, the previous having earned their degree in 1964, of which much ado was made about in local papers. Post graduate, he obtained a Master of Nursing from the University of Washington in 1970. During his long nursing career, Hostetler was employed by the Providence Health System for the next 40 years in a multitude of roles including Critical Care Director for Providence St. Vincent, Assistant Director of Nursing and Nursing House Supervisor for Providence Portland, and Assistant Administrator for Patient Care at Providence Milwaukie. Later, Hostetler served as the Nurse Executive Liaison to the University of Portland and taught there as an Assistant Professor of Nursing, focusing on leadership content and skills. During this time he also started the Providence Scholarship program for nursing students. Hostetler retired in 2018.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

The Philip M. Hostetler papers house the personal papers of Philip Monroe Hostetler. This collection which dates from 1964-1976 contains photographs, newspaper clippings, correspondence, programs, University of Oregon School of Nursing (UOSN) course information, and ephemera evidencing the early integration of men into the nation's nursing programs.

This collection showcases a transitional period of UOSN, when much of the material and correspondence surrounding the program was directed exclusively towards women. The accompanying articles and letters are a vivid look into the now outdated societal concepts involving the nursing profession and its practitioners. For those researchers examining gender concepts in the workplace and the burgeoning diversity of nursing programs in the mid-20th century, these artifacts are of great value.

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

Philip M. Hostetler papers, Collection Number 2017-023, Oregon Health & Science University, Historical Collections & Archives

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Photographs, 1964-1967Return to Top

Container(s) Description Dates
Box Folder
1 1
Hostetler with female nurses
1964
1 1
University of Oregon School of Nursing (UOSN) graduating class
1967
1 1
UOSN graduating class in uniform
1967

Newspaper clippings, 1964-1967Return to Top

Container(s) Description Dates
Box Folder
1 2
"How Can You Beat These Odds?" photo clipping and caption
1964
1 2
"County Hospital Ward Early Casualty of Nurse Shortage" article
1966
1 2
"Why Don't More Men Become Nurses?" article
1966
1 2
"103 Students Win/Accept Caps" articles (2)
1967

Newsletters and publications, 1964-1967Return to Top

Container(s) Description Dates
Box Folder
1 3
University of Oregon Medical School (UOMS) Campusgram newsletter, volume 4, number 39
1964 September
1 3
UOMS Campusgram newsletter, volume 4, number 41
1964 October
1 3
UOSN Nursing Notes newsletter
1967 November
1 3
UOMS Imprint newsletter, winter
1967

Programs, catalogs, and invitations, 1964-1976Return to Top

Container(s) Description Dates
Box Folder
1 4
UOSN bulletin (class catalog)
1964 May
1 4
UOSN women's residence open house invitation
1964 October
1 4
UOSN class of 1967 capping exercises program
1964 October
1 4
UOSN class of 1968 capping exercises program
1965 October
1 4
UOSN "Castle of Dreams" junior-senior banquet program
1966 May
1 4
Student Nurses of Oregon "For You -- Opportunities Unlimited" convention program
1967 March
1 4
UOSN junior-senior banquet invitation
1967 May
1 4
UOSN junior-senior banquet program
1967 May
1 4
UOSN graduation day luncheon invitation
1967 June
1 4
UOSN graduation luncheon program
1967 June
1 4
UOSN twenty-third commencement program
1967 June
1 4
Florence Nightingale 150th anniversary stamp catalog and envelope
1970
1 4
UOSN "Fifty Years of Professional Nursing 1926-1976" program
1976 October
1 4
UOSN "Nursing for You" pamphlet
undated

Personal effects, 1967, undatedReturn to Top

Container(s) Description Dates
Box Folder
1 5
University of Oregon Department of Nursing Alumnae Association membership card
1967
1 5
Graduation tassel
1967
1 5
UOSN student identification card
undated

Sticker and patches, undatedReturn to Top

Container(s) Description Dates
Box Folder
1 6
University of Oregon Nursing School sticker
undated
1 6
UOSN patches (4)
undated
1 6
Epaulette patches (possibly military) (5)
undated

University of Oregon School of Nursing application and course information, 1964, undatedReturn to Top

Container(s) Description Dates
Box Folder
1 7
UOSN application instructions
1964
1 7
Nurse Training Act of 1964 information
undated
1 7
UOSN "Facts About the Professional Nurse Traineeship Program"
undated
1 7
UOSN "Requirements for Written Work Submitted by Students in Basic Program"
undated

University of Oregon School of Nursing correspondence, 1964-1967Return to Top

Container(s) Description Dates
Box Folder
1 8
UOSN acceptance letter
1964 May 7
1 8
Transcript request letter
1964 May 13
1 8
UOSN welcome letter
1964 June 6
1 8
UOSN post-graduation employment opportunities letter
1967 April 14

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Schools, Nursing
  • Students

Corporate Names

  • St. Vincent's Hospital (Portland, Or.)
  • University of Oregon. School of Nursing

Geographical Names

  • Oregon

Occupations

  • Nursing