Honoring Women's History in College

Learn about the disparities women in academics face and how to honor them during Women's History Month.
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A History of Women in Higher Education

A History of Women in Higher Education

Today, women make up the majority of bachelor’s degree-holders — a victory that was only made possible after centuries of battling a sexist education system.

Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

by Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

Updated March 20, 2023

Ways to Celebrate Women’s History Month in College

Celebrating women means supporting them. Here are some ways to honor Women’s History Month in college — and what your university could be doing as well.

10 Movies to Watch to Celebrate Women’s History Month

10 Movies to Watch to Celebrate Women’s History Month

Sydney Clark

by Sydney Clark

Updated March 3, 2023

10 Books By Minority Women Authors

10 Books By Minority Women Authors

Kim-Ling Sun

by Kim-Ling Sun

Updated September 25, 2024

Learning Women’s History

Take a moment this Women’s History Month to recognize the impact women have had on education, science, tech, politics, and more.

Important Queer Women to Know in Women’s History

Important Queer Women to Know in Women’s History

Sydney Clark

by Sydney Clark

Updated March 3, 2023

Learning the History of the Feminist Movement

Learning the History of the Feminist Movement

Kim-Ling Sun

by Kim-Ling Sun

Updated March 3, 2023

Unpacking the Contributions of Women of Color in Women’s History

Unpacking the Contributions of Women of Color in Women’s History

Kim-Ling Sun

by Kim-Ling Sun

Updated March 3, 2023

On the Basis of Sex: RBG’s Influence on Women’s History

On the Basis of Sex: RBG’s Influence on Women’s History

Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

by Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

Updated March 3, 2023

What the “Me Too” Movement Teaches Us About Women’s History

What the “Me Too” Movement Teaches Us About Women’s History

Kim-Ling Sun

by Kim-Ling Sun

Updated March 3, 2023

How the 19th Amendment Shaped Women’s Voting Rights

How the 19th Amendment Shaped Women’s Voting Rights

Vanesha McGee

by Vanesha McGee

Updated March 3, 2023

What Is International Women’s Day?

What Is International Women’s Day?

Vanesha McGee

by Vanesha McGee

Updated March 3, 2023

10 Famous Women in STEM

10 Famous Women in STEM

Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

by Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

Updated March 3, 2023

10 Women Who Made Scientific History

10 Women Who Made Scientific History

Ciera Graham, Ph.D.

by Ciera Graham, Ph.D.

Updated March 3, 2023

13 Barrier-Breaking Women in Higher Education

13 Barrier-Breaking Women in Higher Education

Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

by Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

Updated March 3, 2023

The History and Impact of Women’s Colleges

The History and Impact of Women’s Colleges

Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

by Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

Updated March 3, 2023

13 Trailblazing Women Who Redefined Medicine

13 Trailblazing Women Who Redefined Medicine

Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

by Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

Updated March 3, 2023

Resources for Women in College

Here are some resources college women can use to inform their journeys not just during Women’s History Month but all year round.

Scholarships for Women

Scholarships for Women

Alison Plaut

by Alison Plaut

Updated May 16, 2023

Best Women’s Colleges in 2023

Best Women’s Colleges in 2023

Vanesha McGee

by Vanesha McGee

Updated August 18, 2023

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