Where was Maria Mitchell a professor of astronomy?
Harvard University
Yale University
Vassar College
University of Paris
Answer
Maria Mitchell, the first American woman astronomer and the first female professor of astronomy in the United States, taught at Vassar College. She held this position from 1865 to 1888, leaving an indelible mark on the institution and inspiring generations of women to pursue careers in science and astronomy.
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