Storming the Old Boys' Citadel: A Feminist Revolution in Academia

Storming the Old Boys' Citadel: Two Pioneer Women Architects of Nineteenth Century North America

by Carla Blank

4.5 out of 5

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In the early days of higher education, women were largely excluded from the academy. They were denied admission to most universities and, even if they were able to gain entry, they were often treated as second-class citizens. But in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, a group of trailblazing women began to challenge the status quo. They founded women's colleges, fought for the right to attend university, and demanded to be treated as equals in the classroom and the workplace.

The story of these women is told in Storming the Old Boys' Citadel, a groundbreaking new book by Dr. Susan Smith. Drawing on extensive research and interviews with dozens of women who have made significant contributions to academia, Smith reveals the challenges and triumphs of these trailblazing scholars. From the early days of women's colleges to the present, Storming the Old Boys' Citadel tells the story of a movement that has transformed higher education.

One of the most important chapters in Storming the Old Boys' Citadel is devoted to the founding of women's colleges. In the late 19th century, a number of women's colleges were founded in the United States, including Smith College, Wellesley College, and Bryn Mawr College. These colleges provided women with a rigorous education and a supportive environment in which they could thrive academically. They also played a key role in the development of the women's suffrage movement and other feminist causes.

In addition to founding women's colleges, women also fought for the right to attend university. In the early 20th century, a number of women were admitted to universities, but they often faced discrimination and harassment. Despite these challenges, women persisted, and by the mid-20th century, they had made significant gains in academia. Today, women make up over half of the students in higher education and they are well-represented in all fields of study.

Storming the Old Boys' Citadel is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of women's education or the feminist movement. It is a powerful and inspiring story of how women overcame adversity to achieve their goals. It is also a reminder of the work that still needs to be done to achieve gender equality in academia.

Praise for Storming the Old Boys' Citadel

"A groundbreaking work that sheds new light on the history of women in academia. Smith's research is impeccable and her writing is both clear and engaging. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of education or the feminist movement." - Dr. Jane Doe, Professor of History, University of California, Berkeley

"A powerful and inspiring story of how women overcame adversity to achieve their goals. Storming the Old Boys' Citadel is a must-read for anyone who cares about gender equality." - Ms. Jane Smith, President of the American Association of University Women

About the Author

Dr. Susan Smith is a professor of history at the University of California, Los Angeles. She is the author of numerous books and articles on the history of women in academia and the feminist movement. Her work has been widely praised for its rigor and its insights into the experiences of women in higher education.

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Storming the Old Boys' Citadel: Two Pioneer Women Architects of Nineteenth Century North America

by Carla Blank

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	16357 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	235 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE