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Illinois Global Institute Center for the Study of Global Gender Equity

Louise Freer

Louise Freer, Head of the Department of Physical Education for Women from 1915 to 1949, championed women’s athletics and led significant improvements in facilities and programs. Her work trained many women who excelled in physical education.

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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