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Before retiring in Oconee, Jeannette Rankin was elected as the first woman in Congress
The Oconee Enterprise Lifestyles MARCH 9, 2023 BY CAITLIN FARMER
Jeannette Rankin historical reenactment kicks off Women’s History Month at UGA’s Russell Library
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Lori Warden, Megan Torgersonpr@upwardpr.com, 406.360.2825 or 406.480.5591 Jeannette Rankin historical reenactment kicks off Women’s History Month at UGA’s Russell Library The Jeannette Rankin Foundation, Athens […]
OPINION: College degree gives middle-aged women an uplift
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution By Nedra Rhone Oct 12, 2022 For years, cultural norms kept Khadijah Abdur-Rahman in a physically abusive relationship. It wasn’t until she saw her son crying after she […]
Jeannette Rankin Foundation to Hold Annual STAR Party in Athens
WUGA By Alexia Ridley October 27, 2022 Listen Athens-based national nonprofit, the Jeannette Rankin Foundation is holding its annual Star Party Thursday, November 3rd. The event will honor Dr. Johnnetta Cole, […]
Athens News Matters: Jeannette Rankin STAR Party
WUGA By Alexia Ridley, Kate Regan October 28, 2022 Listen Jeannette Rankin, the US’s first congresswoman, was a political star. And at next month’s annual STAR Party, the foundation established in […]
Jeannette Rankin Foundation exceeds goal at fundraiser for women scholars
The Missoulian By Skylar Rispens Nov 6, 2022 The Jeannette Rankin Foundation met its fundraising goal at the annual STAR Party to continue providing opportunities for women and nonbinary students to pursue […]
UWO Honors College student, mother of three funds education with scholarships
Rankin Foundation Scholar, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh student and mother of three shares how she funded her education with scholarships.
‘It’s not where you start, but it’s where you end up’: Valley mom leaves criminal past behind, earns master’s degree from ASU
After incarceration, 47-year-old mother and Rankin Foundation Scholar Margaret Hall transformed her life through education. In five years, she earned three college degrees including a master’s degree from Arizona State University.
She just graduated from college. She said her Uber passenger made it possible.
We are so inspired by Rankin Foundation Scholar Latonya’s grit and persistence and the generous spirit of Rankin Foundation Board Member Kevin Esch. We’ve received an outpouring of love and support from around the country as their story was shared in the Washington Post.
Female leaders in higher education have created more inclusive and open institutions – here are 3 key figures
Grateful for Rankin Foundation President Michele Ozumba and her leadership! Check out this article about her work to create a more inclusive and open environment in higher education.
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Investing in Higher Education for Single Mothers to Transform the U.S. Economy
Read this call to action to understand the connection between education for single mothers and their families’ long-term financial security.
16 extraordinary women who aren’t always in the history books but should be
You need to know about these women. Jeannette Rankin made this list!
Jeannette Rankin Foundation’s National Scholar Grant Program Awarded Grant from The Coca-Cola Foundation
The Jeannette Rankin Foundation is awarded a $60,000 grant from the Coca-Cola Foundation to help women 35-plus pursue college degrees.
Rankin Foundation awarded three-year grant for Bay Path University students
The Jeannette Rankin Foundation is awarded a three-year grant as partner with Bay Path University from Strada Education Network to Connect adult women with in-demand jobs.
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