Quote by Elizabeth Blackwell
The idea of winning a doctors degree gradually assumed the aspect

The idea of winning a doctors degree gradually assumed the aspect of a great moral struggle, and the moral fight possessed immense attraction for me. – Elizabeth Blackwell

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A blank wall of social and professional antagonism faces the woman physician that forms a situation of singular and painful loneliness, leaving her without support, respect or professional counsel. – Elizabeth Blackwell

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I must have something to engross my thoughts, some object in life which will fill this vacuum, and prevent this sad wearing away of the heart. – Elizabeth Blackwell

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For what is done or learned by one class of women becomes, by virtue of their common womanhood, the property of all women. – Elizabeth Blackwell

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The purpose of a liberal education is to make you philosophical enough to accept the fact that you will never make much money. – Author Unknown

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If you feel that you have both feet planted on level ground, then the university has failed you. – Robert Goheen, Time, 23 June 1961

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I received my undergraduate degree in engineering in 1939 and a Master of Science degree in mathematical physics in 1941 at Steven Institute of Technology. – Frederick Reines

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If youre picking your best friend based on what kind of clothes she wears or how popular she is, chances are you arent going to stay in touch after graduation. – Renee Olstead

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