Jill Ker Conway Biography

Jill Ker Conway (born October 9, 1934) is an Australian-American author, scholar, and historian of women. She is best known for her autobiographical trilogy, including 'The Road from Coorain,' 'True North,' and 'A Woman's Education.' Conway served as the president of Smith College, becoming one of the first female university presidents in the United States. Her works and career focus on women's education, leadership, and personal growth, profoundly influencing feminist thought and higher education.