1939 Education & Knowledge Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 04 Jan First Woman Dean of US Graduate School: On January 4, 1939, Dr. Mary E. Woolley became the first woman to serve as dean of a graduate school in the United States, breaking barriers in higher education and paving the way for future female leaders in academia. source: womenshistory.org
- 28 Feb Lexicographic Error: 'Dord' Discovery in Webster's Dictionary: An erroneous word 'dord' was discovered in Webster's New International Dictionary, Second Edition, prompting an internal investigation. This linguistic curiosity highlighted the meticulous process of dictionary compilation and error correction.
- 17 May Gary Paulsen, American book writer born: On May 17, 1939, Gary Paulsen, the American author known for his books on survival and adventure, was born. source: history.com
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