Educators: Emma Willard

Emma Willard (1787-1870) was an American women’s rights activist and educator who pioneered the teaching of science, mathematics and social studies to young women. She dedicated her life to women’s higher education and worked in several schools. She founded the first school for women’s higher education, the Troy Female Seminary in Troy, New York. For those of you tuning in for the first time, welcome! Here’s the deal: Every weekday, we highlight the stories of iconic women in history you may not know about, but definitely should. We’re talking about women from around the world and throughout history. Each month is themed. This month we’re going back to school, highlighting educators and intellectuals.