Virginia “Ginger” Hislop's Journey to Graduation at 105 Years Old
105-year-old grandmother finally receives her master’s degree from Stanford University 83 years after leaving to marry her sweetheart who was called to serve in World War II.
Key Points
- Virginia Hislop completed her credits for her master’s degree in 1940 but never submitted her final thesis
- She pursued a career in education and politics without a degree
- Advocated for her daughter's academic education, leading to a career in advocating for children
- Helped raise millions for student scholarships
- Received degree after the thesis requirement was dropped
Pros
- Inspiring story of perseverance and lifelong learning
- Demonstrates the importance of education and advocacy for all