Abstract In this interview, Paula Robinson, Brown University class of 1999, reflects on her time on campus in honor of… Read more Paula Robinson, class of 1999
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Karen T. Romer, Staff
Abstract In this interview, Karen T. Romer, a Brown University administrator of 29 years, describes life for women on campus… Read more Karen T. Romer, Staff
Karina Wang, class of 2021
Abstract In this interview, Karina Wang, Brown University class of 2021, discusses the COVID-19 global pandemic, her participation in a… Read more Karina Wang, class of 2021
Morayo Akande, class of 2016
Abstract Morayo Akande grew up in Illinois with her three siblings. Her father is a Nigerian immigrant, and her mother… Read more Morayo Akande, class of 2016
Peggy J. McKearney, class of 1975
Abstract Peggy J. McKearney begins Part 1 of her interview with a brief description of her family background, including her… Read more Peggy J. McKearney, class of 1975
Lucile K. Wawzonek, class of 1972
Abstract In Part 1 of this interview, Lucile K. Wawzonek discusses changing attitudes towards formal gender divisions on campus during… Read more Lucile K. Wawzonek, class of 1972
Miriam “Mimi” Dale Pichey, class of 1972
Abstract Miriam Dale Pichey’s interview is an energetic insight into the politics of student life at Brown University in the… Read more Miriam “Mimi” Dale Pichey, class of 1972
Gwyneth Van Anden Walker, class of 1968
Abstract This interview comes from a career forum for music students held at the Orwig Music Building with Gwyneth Walker… Read more Gwyneth Van Anden Walker, class of 1968
Cynthia Burdick, class of 1965
Abstract Cynthia Burdick grew up on a farm in Wilmington, Delaware and attended Westover boarding school in Connecticut. After graduation,… Read more Cynthia Burdick, class of 1965
Dorothy Ann Haus, class of 1964
Abstract Dorothy Ann Haus begins this interview by talking about her life before Pembroke College, growing up as a “Pollyanna”… Read more Dorothy Ann Haus, class of 1964
Joyce Loretta Richardson, class of 1963
Abstract Joyce Loretta Richardson begins her interview by discussing the experiences and people that led her to apply to and… Read more Joyce Loretta Richardson, class of 1963
Arlene Elizabeth Gorton, class of 1952 (interview 1 of 2)
Abstract This interview summarizes the career of Arlene Gorton with Pembroke College and Brown University’s Athletics Departments. Gorton graduated from… Read more Arlene Elizabeth Gorton, class of 1952 (interview 1 of 2)
Marjorie Alice Jones, class of 1954
Abstract Marjorie Alice Jones speaks as a member of the silent generation and considers the busy, active life she’s lead… Read more Marjorie Alice Jones, class of 1954
Alison Palmer, class of 1953
Abstract In part 1 of this interview, Alison Palmer discusses her childhood, her decision to attend Pembroke College, and the… Read more Alison Palmer, class of 1953
Amy Cohen, class of 1992, Lisa Stern Kaplowitz, class of 1995, and Jennifer Hsu Todd, class of 1995
Abstract In 1991, Brown University announced that four varsity sports, including women’s volleyball and gymnastics, would have their funding cut… Read more Amy Cohen, class of 1992, Lisa Stern Kaplowitz, class of 1995, and Jennifer Hsu Todd, class of 1995
Beverly Anne Calderwood, class of 1952
Abstract Beverly Anne Calderwood begins this interview by explaining her parents’ self-made careers—her father’s opening of an iron foundry and… Read more Beverly Anne Calderwood, class of 1952
Edna Frances Graham, class of 1950
Abstract In Part 1 of this interview, Edna Frances graham discusses her family background and then elaborated on preparing for… Read more Edna Frances Graham, class of 1950
Gloria E. Del Papa, class of 1946
Abstract In Part 1 of this interview, Gloria E. Del Papa begins by describing her relationship to her father, an… Read more Gloria E. Del Papa, class of 1946
Teresa Elizabeth Gagnon, class of 1939 (interview 2 of 2)
Abstract In this interview conducted in 2012, Teresa Elizabeth Gagnon ’39, discusses her auspicious start at Pembroke College at the… Read more Teresa Elizabeth Gagnon, class of 1939 (interview 2 of 2)
Eleanor Mary Addison, class of 1938
Abstract In this interview, Eleanor Mary Addison begins by considering the difficulties of being a commuter student, not being able… Read more Eleanor Mary Addison, class of 1938
Katherine May Hazard, class of 1933
Abstract In Part 1 of this interview, Katherine May Hazard begins by discussing daily life at Pembroke College. For her,… Read more Katherine May Hazard, class of 1933
Katherine Perkins, class of 1932
Abstract In this interview, Katherine Perkins talks about her family and her upbringing in East Providence and how she came… Read more Katherine Perkins, class of 1932
Mary Bernadette Banigan, class of 1931
Abstract Mary Bernadette Banigan begins her interview by discussing her family background, her experience at Classical High School, and her… Read more Mary Bernadette Banigan, class of 1931
Doris Madeline Hopkins, class of 1928
Abstract In Part 1 of this interview, Doris Madeline Hopkins begins by discussing her early education and family life in… Read more Doris Madeline Hopkins, class of 1928
Alice Elizabeth O’Connor, class of 1928
Abstract In Part 1 of this interview, Alice Elizabeth O’Connor begins by discussing her life growing up in East Providence… Read more Alice Elizabeth O’Connor, class of 1928
Margaret Waterman, class of 1927
Abstract In this interview, Margaret Waterman discusses her decision to attend Pembroke College – known then as the Women’s College… Read more Margaret Waterman, class of 1927
Helen Julia Thayer, class of 1922
Abstract Helen Julia Thayer grew up in North Smithfield, Rhode Island. She remembers Pembroke as a place of “gracious living,”… Read more Helen Julia Thayer, class of 1922
25th Reunion, class of 1981
Abstract This interview with members of the Brown University class of 1981 summarizes the undergraduate experiences of Alice Wheelwright, Clare… Read more 25th Reunion, class of 1981
25th Reunion, class of 1985
Abstract This interview with members of the Brown University class of 1985 summarizes the economically, socially, and racially diverse undergraduate… Read more 25th Reunion, class of 1985
25th Reunion, class of 1997
Abstract This interview with members of the Brown University class of 1997 documents the undergraduate experiences of Kavita Bali, Kathryn… Read more 25th Reunion, class of 1997
50th Reunion, class of 1972
Abstract This interview with members of the Brown University class of 1972 documents the undergraduate experiences of Joan McDonald DeFinis,… Read more 50th Reunion, class of 1972
Ruth Elizabeth Cooke, class of 1914
Abstract In Part 1, Ruth Elizabeth Cooke speaks about being the youngest of six children, her close relationship with her… Read more Ruth Elizabeth Cooke, class of 1914
Marjorie Phillips Wood, class of 1911
Abstract Marjorie Phillips Wood entered Pembroke College in 1907. In Part 1 of this interview, she remembers being disciplined as… Read more Marjorie Phillips Wood, class of 1911
Marguerite Appleton, class of 1914
Abstract In this interview, Marguerite Appleton discusses her father, John Howard Appleton, a Brown chemistry professor; her reasons for choosing… Read more Marguerite Appleton, class of 1914
Rowena Albro Sherman, class of 1914 and Alita Dorothy Bosworth, class of 1914
Abstract In Part 1 of this interview, classmates Alita Dorothy Bosworth and Rowena Albro Sherman discuss how they came to… Read more Rowena Albro Sherman, class of 1914 and Alita Dorothy Bosworth, class of 1914