Celebrating Grace Annie Lockhart, first woman to receive a bachelor's degree in the British Empire, 150 years ago at Mt A » CHMA

Celebrating Grace Annie Lockhart, first woman to receive a bachelor's degree in the British Empire, 150 years ago at Mt A » CHMA

Mount Allison graduates had their moment to cross the stage at Convocation Hall and receive their degrees earlier this month, but 150 years ago this weekend, another graduate earned her degree and achieved a historic first. On May 25th, 1875, Grace Annie Lockhart became the first woman in the British Empire to earn a bachelor’s degree. Mount Allison Wesleyan College, Class of 1875. Mount Allison University Archives Photo Collection, 2007.07/171 …