Biographical Accounts of Notable Women: Early Social, Cultural, and Environmental Factors

• In Event: Roundtable Session 29

Session Type: Roundtable Session

Abstract

Research in eminence has traditionally studied exceptional and gifted white males. Only recently, researchers have explored eminence in women including women of color. The purpose of this session is to explore the factors that influence notable African American, Anglo American, and Asian American women in various professions (e.g., academics, educators, scholars, artists, musicians, writers, activists, entertainers, etc). Based on biographical accounts, the collective papers will identify common social, cultural, and environmental influences of highly successful women. The implications provide insight in terms of understanding contextual factors that promote learning and achievement for girls in the early years.

Sub Unit

• SIG-Biographical and Documentary Research

Chair

• Susan J. Paik, Claremont Graduate University

Papers

• Notable American Women Artists and Musicians: Childhood Traits and Environmental Factors - Winifred E. Stariha, University of Illinois at Chicago

• Notable American Women Writers: A Retrospective of Girls Who Became Famous Literalists of the Imagination - Trudy Wallace

• Notable African American Women: Psychological, Family, and Environmental Factors - Karen A. Freeman, Chicago State University

• Notable Asian American Women: Early Traits and Experiences - Susan J. Paik, Claremont Graduate University; Shirlie Mae Mamaril Choe, Claremont Graduate University; Wendi J. Otto, Claremont Graduate University; Zaynah Rahman, Claremont University - Claremont Graduate University