The University of Virginia did not accept women until coeducation was introduced in 1970. This institutional transformation was made possible through the grit of its first class of women. Kate Byrne sits down with one of them, author Gail Burrell Gerry, who shares the inspiring story behind this historic milestone for UVA and the education systems as a whole. Gail talks about what it takes to challenge the status quo, the power of speaking up, and being comfortable with discomfort – even things that are considered taboo by most people. She also explains why there is no single path to achieving success in your journey and why you do not have to feel guilty about your accomplishments, especially women bombarded with constant pressure.
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