“Some friendships in life sustain themselves only at a particular life stage, products of some mutual developmental problem to be resolved together, or of some external circumstance, like being housed in the same dormitory in boarding school. Others grow out of a deeper spiritual and philosophical affinity, which continues throughout life.”
Quote by Jill Ker Conway
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Jill Ker Conway
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. more
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