Learn about the women who shaped early American Egyptology
Posted by Kimber Crull
As part of the S&T’s celebration of Women’s History Month, the history and political science department will present a special lecture, titled “How women of study shape early American Egyptology: The pioneering contributions of Emma Andrews and Caroline Ransom Williams,” by Dr. Kathleen Sheppard. This free event is open to the public and will start at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 20, on the second floor of the Curtis Laws Wilson Library.
Sheppard’s lecture will explore the lives of Emma Andrews and Caroline Ransom Williams and how their groundbreaking work not only advanced the study of ancient Egypt but also helped reshape the landscape of American museums and public education. Their contributions laid the foundation for the cultural heritage we continue to appreciate in museums today, illustrating the enduring power and influence of women in academic and scientific communities.
Posted by Kimber Crull
