Ellen Hayes

1851–1930 (age 79)

mathematician and suffragist

Biography

Ellen Hayes (1851–1930) was a trailblazing mathematician and suffragist whose classroom inspired women to pursue rigorous study and bold civic engagement.

She lent her voice to the movement for political equality, understanding that democracy gained strength when every citizen’s mind and will were fully engaged.

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