Gritty Women

In 1970, the University of Virginia finally began to admit women into the College of Arts and Sciences. In this podcast, we'll explore the history of UVA's coeducation and the experiences of women in the first coeducational class. From the Corner to the classroom to the courtroom, we will learn what it takes for an institution to change.

Hosted by Giovana De Oliveira, current Fourth Year at the University of Virginia. 

The Beginning of Coeducation 

This episode focuses on the discussions happening within the walls of the University from 1967-1970. We'll talk to the Dean of Admissions, Ernest Ern, to learn what pushed these institutional leaders to support coeducation. And how they dealt with those who vehemently opposed it. 

On the Basis of Sex 

In 1969, Virginia "Anne" Ginger Scott sued for her admission into the College of Arts in Sciences. In this episode, we'll discuss that lawsuit, but we'll also leave the district court where it was filed and travel all the way over to the Supreme Court to understand how national legal trends made coeducation an imperative back at UVA. 

The 60s 

In this rendition of Gritty Women, we'll take a closer look at the turbulent 60s and how it created a societal consensus in favor of coeducation. 

The Weekend Question

From "rolling" to the Jefferson Literary and Debating Society, this episode will explore what the experiences of women were like when they finally arrived on Grounds.