Dr. Constance (Connie) McCatherin Silver is a psychoanalyst, acclaimed social worker, educator, philanthropist and extraordinary artist. Through her vision and benevolent gift to New York University, the McSilver Institute was established in 2007. Her goodwill supports ongoing research to interrupt generational poverty and to empower those who are impoverished. It is Dr. Silver’s spirit and values that continue to guide McSilver Institute’s work.