Ruth Winifred Howard
(1900-1997)
American psychologist
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Ruth Winifred Howard Beckham (March 25, 1900 – February 12, 1997) was an American psychologist. She is best known for her psychological work concerning students with special needs at Children's Provident Hospital School. She is among the first African American women to earn a (doctorate degree) Ph.D in Psychology, and was an active participant in the American Psychological Association, the International Council of Women Psychologists, the American Association of University Women, the National Association of College Women (an African American-based group), and the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom (apa.org). She also received instruction from Florence Goodenough.
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4 March 1900 Washington, D.C.
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12 February 1997 (aged 96) Washington D.C.
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