Mary Putnam graduated as the first woman to earn a pharmacy degree in the U.S.
Around mid-1863, Mary Putnam earned her pharmacy degree from the New York College of Pharmacy, making history as the first woman in the United States to achieve this feat. Her accomplishment was a bold statement against the gender norms of the time, showcasing her determination in pursuing a career in medicine. This achievement marked the beginning of her lifelong commitment to breaking gender barriers in science and medicine.