Candidates Association

While the programs and activities of the Candidates Association during the past year were varied and of great interest, it was extremely disappointing to find that without the controversies of the previous year, enthusiasm and attendance at meetings and functions steadily decreased as the season progressed. Except for the annual meeting, at which a new set of By-Laws was adopted and elections held, it was not possible even to obtain a quorum at meetings during the Spring semester. To counteract this chronic condition, provision was made in the new By-Laws for continued viability and functioning of the Candidates Association by investing considerable power in the Executive Committee.

For those who participated, the past year was unusually rewarding. The semi-annual Scientific Meetings instituted the previous year were continued. Dr. Antonia Wenkart addressed the candidates on “Existentialism in Relation to Horney's Theory,” and Dr. Norman Levy spoke on “Special Considerations in Working with People of Japanese American Background.” In addition, the Program Committee, under the exceptionally fine direction of Dr. Marie Apolito, arranged the annual dinner in honor of the recent graduates. It was enjoyed by all through the kind generosity of Dr. and Mrs. Carmelo Cimillo, who offered the use of their home for the affair. The committee also provided a new series of short papers of particular interest to the candidates at the conclusion of the business meetings. Among the topics presented were facts about the life and personality of Karen Horney not generally known to the candidates and a discussion of the events leading to the formation of the Institute