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Illinois Global Institute Center for the Study of Global Gender Equity

Katherine Merrill

Katherine Merrill, the first female professor at the University of Illinois, was hired as Assistant Professor of Literature in 1892. Known as the “preceptress” to students, this unofficial role preceded the creation of the official “Dean of Women” position at the University.

Illinois Global Institute Center for the Study of Global Gender Equity

201 Coble Hall, MC-401

801 S. Wright Street

Champaign, IL 61820

(217) 333-1994

Email: wggp@illinois.edu

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