Drawing Quote by Frances Arnold
“I took mechanical drawing, geometry and typing at high school, the latter because that is what they did with smart girls in those days!”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Women in STEM Panel, 2010
She studied mechanical drawing, geometry, and typing, noting that typing was stereotypically assigned to smart girls.
In simple terms: She faced gendered expectations in school subjects.
Key Takeaway
Challenge gender stereotypes in education.
Themes
education
gender
STEM
Mood
determined
critical
Type
advocacy
reflective
When to use this quote
- high school curriculum
- career counseling
- mentor programs
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
stereotype
career choice
Questions to Reflect On
- How have gender expectations in education changed?
- What can schools do to avoid bias?
A Different Perspective
The comment reflects past bias, may not represent current trends.
