Smith College: New Engineering Program the First at a Women's College

From: The Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education | Date: February 26, 2001| Author: | Copyright information

Smith College: New Engineering Program the First at a Women's College

Although many college officials talk about promoting multiculturalism, administrators at Smith College, a recognized leader in liberal arts education for women, have made a strong commitment. A major factor in this effort is President Ruth J. Simmons, whose 1995 appointment as Smith's ninth president was hailed as an historic moment in higher education. She became the first African American woman to head a Seven Sisters college. She now earns yet another distinction. In July, she will become the first woman president of ...

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