Ada Comstock

1876–1973 (age 97)

Educator

Biography

Ada Comstock, born in 1876, became one of America’s leading educators, serving as dean of women at the University of Minnesota before guiding Radcliffe College as its president and championing access for female students.

Her thoughtful stewardship and eloquent advocacy encouraged countless women to pursue higher education, and her writings continue to remind institutions of their duty to nurture diverse talent.

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