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“I did go to Wellesley, a women's college. And I am of a kind of strange generation which is transitional in terms of women who wanted to go out and get jobs.” quote by Madeleine Albright
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“I did go to Wellesley, a women's college. And I am of a kind of strange generation which is transitional in terms of women who wanted to go out and get jobs.”

Madeleine Albright

About This Quote

Source Speech: Remarks at Wellesley College, 1995

She reflects on her experience at a women’s college during a transitional era for women entering the workforce.

In simple terms: She attended Wellesley and notes a shift in women’s career aspirations.

Key Takeaway

Recognize how education shapes career paths.

Themes

education gender career generational change

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

historical personal

When to use this quote

  • college decisions
  • career planning
  • gender equality initiatives

Key Concepts

feminism social transition workforce integration

Questions to Reflect On

  • How did your college experience influence your career choices?
  • What challenges did women face entering the workforce then?
A Different Perspective

May overlook individual agency beyond generational trends.

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