Stefania Wolicka defended her doctoral dissertation in Zurich.
June 24, 1875, marked Stefania Wolicka's public defense of her doctoral dissertation in history at Zurich University. As she stood before the academic community, Wolicka not only completed a rigorous degree process but also asserted the intellectual equality of women in scholarly pursuits.
Completing this defense publicly reinforced her earlier pioneering academic achievement, demonstrated resilience in the face of contemporary societal norms, and highlighted her leadership in advancing educational opportunities for women across Europe.