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A World of Wonders Revealed

Posted on August 31, 2019 by selenammoon

Empress Theodora Porphyrogenita (980-August 31, 1056) was the youngest daughter of Emperor Constantine VII (960-1028) and Empress Helena of Byzantium. She was “born in purple”, referring to babies born while their parents reigned. Her elder sisters were Eudokia, who became … Continue reading →

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“As there are no precedents for women to enter the Imperial University, this is a serious incident that must be discussed thoroughly”

Posted on August 16, 2019 by selenammoon

On August 16, 1913, Tōhoku Imperial University (now known as Tōhoku University) became the first Japanese university to admit female students. The university allowed four women to take the entrance examinations at its discretion. The Ministry of Education sent a … Continue reading →

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“Every Great Dream Begins With A Dreamer”

Posted on March 8, 2018 by selenammoon

March 8 is International Women’s Day, which originated during protests in the United States and Europe to honor and fight for political rights for working women. The first observance was on February 28, 1909 in New York. The following year, … Continue reading →

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