Lucy Skidmore Scribner

1853–1931 (age 78)

Biography

Lucy Skidmore Scribner, born in 1853, founded a school for young women that grew into the distinguished Skidmore College, offering countless women access to higher education rooted in excellence and conscience. Guided by a deep belief in the power of learning, she invested in scholarship, character, and the arts.

Her vision for a vibrant institution mirrored her own humility and steadfast spirit, inspiring generations of students to live thoughtfully and contribute generously to the broader world; her presence is quietly honored at Woodlawn Cemetery.

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