Margaret Floy Washburn

Margaret Floy Washburn (July 25, 1871 – October 29, 1939), leading American psychologist in the early 20th century, was best known for her experimental work in animal behavior and motor theory development. She was the first woman to be granted a PhD in psychology (1894), and the second woman, after Mary Whiton Calkins, to serve as an APA President (1921).

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Birth dateJuly 25, 1871
Birth place
New York City , United States , New York
Date of deathOctober 29, 1939
Place of death
Poughkeepsie New York , United States , New York
Education
Vassar College
Title30th President of the American Psychological Association (1921)

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