Maria Mitchell was an American astronomer, librarian, naturalist, and educator. In 1847, she discovered a comet named 1847 VI that was later known as "Miss Mitchell's Comet" in her honor. She won a gold medal prize for her discovery, which was presented to her by King Christian VIII of Denmark in 1848.
Sister Jane Kelly dedicated her life to serving others — a piece read on KMUD in 1999 by Tui McCarthy.
This Women’s History Month, we celebrate the strength and resilience of Indigenous women. From leaders and activists to storytellers and cultural keepers, their contributions...
Mildred Ella "Babe" Didrikson Zaharias was an American athlete who excelled in golf, basketball, baseball, and track and field. She won two gold medals...
