Mary whiton calkins autobiography examples

Mary Whiton Calkins was an American psychologist and the first female president of the American Psychological Association. While she completed the requirements for a doctorate degree in psychology from Harvard, the university refused to award her a degree because she was a woman.

In spite of this, she became an influential figure in the development of early psychology and taught many students through her position at Wellesley College.

Best Known For

• Self-psychology
• Creation of paired-associate technique
• First woman APA President

Timeline

• March 30, 1863 - Born in Hartford, Connecticut
• 1884 - Graduated from Smith College
• 1887 - Began teaching Greek at Wellesley College
• 1890 - Began attending lectures at Harvard taught by William James and Josiah Royce
• 1892 - Admitted to Harvard as a "guest"
• 1895 - Presented thesis to Harvard faculty, but was denied a degree
• 1927 - Retired from Wellesley College
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