Kate Lupton
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Kate Lupton: Vanderbilt’s First Female Graduate
On June 20, 1877, just two years after it opened its doors to students, Vanderbilt University granted its first undergraduate degrees during a grand Commencement ceremony held in the chapel of Kirkland Hall, which was known in those early days as Main Hall. Read MoreAug 10, 2015
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Kate Lupton: Vanderbilt’s First Female Graduate
Founded for the education of young men, Vanderbilt from its earliest days allowed a handful of women to attend classes as “listeners.” In 1879, 20-year-old Kate Lupton silently broke the gender barrier when she received her diploma in private for a master of arts degree. Read MoreJul 31, 2015