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Lifelong Learning

The First Women

May 11, 2016
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Read time: 5-15 mins
Historical Picture of Women Graduating
The Heritage Project

The Heritage Project highlights the first women to attend U-M in 1871 and their experience in a co-ed academic environment.

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Tags: Society, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Justice
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