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Mary Raphael Schenck Woolman
1860-01-01 – 1940-01-01
Life & Legacy
Mary Raphael Schenck Woolman (April 26, 1860 – August 1, 1940) was an American educator known for her advocacy of vocational education and consumer education, particularly for women. She was one of the first woman faculty members at Teachers College in New York City. She was the founder of Manhattan Trade School for Girls, the first vocational school for women in the United States. She was the author of several books and lectured around the country.
Occupation & Career
writer, educator
Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q55720284 — wikidata View source
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