"No Better Education": Helen Solomon at Wellesley College, 1901–1902

2020 ◽  
Vol 104 (2-3) ◽  
pp. 397-422
Author(s):  
Cynthia Francis Gensheimer ◽  
Kathryn Hellerstein
Keyword(s):  
Wellesley College

Preparation for Citizenship

2019 ◽  
pp. 30-56
Author(s):  
Anya Jabour
Keyword(s):  
Social Justice ◽  
New England ◽  
Extracurricular Activities ◽  
Liberal Arts ◽  
Role Models ◽  
Women's College ◽  
Liberal Arts Education ◽  
Wellesley College ◽  
College Career ◽  
Female Friendships

Chapter 2 details Breckinridge’s brilliant college career at Wellesley College, a women’s college in New England that provided her with a liberal arts education and inspiring role models. During her time at Wellesley, Breckinridge excelled in her coursework, engaged in extracurricular activities, and formed female friendships, allowing her to achieve the contemporary ideal of the “all-around girl.” Breckinridge’s time at Wellesley also challenged her youthful training in racial etiquette, offered her alternatives to conventional womanhood, and strengthened her commitment to social reform. Ultimately, attending Wellesley prepared Breckinridge for a future as a self-supporting professional and a social justice activist.

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