Sister Mary Kenneth Keller (born Evelyn Marie Keller, December 17, 1913 – January 10, 1985) was a pioneering American Catholic nun, educator, and computer scientist. She became the first woman in the United States to earn a Ph.D. in computer science, awarded in 1965 by the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

Evelyn Marie Keller was born in Cleveland, Ohio, to John Adam Keller and Catherine Josephine (née Sullivan). In 1932, at age 18, she entered the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary (B.V.M.), a Roman Catholic order. She professed her vows in 1940, taking the religious name Sister Mary Kenneth. Her early education focused on the sciences. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from DePaul University in Chicago in 1943 and a Master of Science in Mathematics and Physics from the same institution in 1953.

In the late 1950s and early 1960s, Keller pursued advanced studies in computing at several institutions, including Purdue University, the University of Michigan, and Dartmouth College. At Dartmouth, she participated in a 1961 summer program for high school teachers and collaborated with mathematicians John Kemeny and Thomas Kurtz. She contributed to the development of BASIC (Beginner’s All-purpose Symbolic Instruction Code), one of the earliest and most accessible high-level programming languages designed to make computing available to a broader audience, including non-specialists and students.

She later enrolled in the doctoral program at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Her dissertation, titled “Inductive Inference on Computer Generated Patterns” (supervised by Professor Preston Hammer), involved constructing algorithms for analytic differentiation of algebraic expressions, implemented in CDC FORTRAN 63.

In 1965, at age 51, she received her Ph.D. She and Irving C. Tang were the first two recipients of computer science doctorates in the U.S. (Keller’s Ph.D. and Tang’s D.Sc. were awarded the same day; another man received his slightly earlier that day at a different institution). Keller was the first woman to achieve this milestone.

After graduation, Sister Mary Kenneth returned to her order’s Clarke College (now Clarke University) in Dubuque, Iowa—a Catholic women’s college. She founded its computer science department in 1965, one of the first at a small college in the U.S., and directed it for about 20 years.

She was a strong advocate for expanding access to computers in education, believing they could democratize learning and empower women and others traditionally excluded from technical fields. The National Science Foundation supported her work with a $25,000 grant for instructional equipment. She taught many students, including mothers who sometimes brought children to class, and authored or co-authored books on computer science, including texts on BASIC.

Sister Keller died in Dubuque, Iowa, on January 10, 1985, at age 71. She exemplified how faith, education, and innovation could intersect. In an era when women faced significant barriers in STEM, she broke new ground while remaining committed to her religious vocation and the mission of making technology accessible for teaching and learning.

Her story highlights early efforts to broaden participation in computing, from developing user-friendly languages like BASIC to building academic programs at smaller institutions. Today, she is remembered as a trailblazer who helped pave the way for greater diversity in computer science.

Shot on location in the sun-drenched landscapes of southern Italy, these portraits showcase Lollobrigida’s magnetic presence, radiant smile, and voluptuous charm that made her one of the most iconic sex symbols of world cinema in the 1950s.

Whether posing playfully between takes or exuding dramatic intensity, these rare images offer a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the making of one of her memorable films and celebrate the timeless glamour of “La Lollo” in her prime.

Academy Award-winning actress and dancer Ginger Rogers was a highly accomplished tennis player who took the sport seriously enough to compete at the highest level of American tennis. While best known for her legendary Hollywood dance partnerships, her athletic prowess extended far beyond the studio dance floors.

Her dedication culminated in playing in the mixed doubles draw at the 1950 U.S. National Championships (now known as the US Open) at Forest Hills. At 39 years old, she partnered with Frank Shields (the grandfather of actress Brooke Shields). Though they were eliminated in the first round, competing at a Grand Slam level cemented her status as a legitimate tennis player.

Her former assistant, Roberta Olden, told Fox News that Rogers was a very good tennis player who always beat her even though she was decades older than she was. Rogers initially played the sport alongside Hollywood legends such as Errol Flynn and Katharine Hepburn, but she was looking for a challenge, and she certainly got it at the tournament. Unfortunately, she and Shields lost to a much younger team. Rogers also competed in a celebrity tournament that took place in conjunction with the U.S. Open, but she and her partner lost before the final match.

Observers of her game frequently remarked that the same flawless footwork, balance, and timing that made her a transcendent dancer translates directly to her tennis style. She possessed a strong, competitive drive and continued to play well into her later years.

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Tivis made history in 1951 by becoming the first major fashion model to appear in a lingerie advertisement, famously fronting the iconic Maidenform “I dreamed I won the election in my Maidenform bra” campaign. After retiring from modeling, she transitioned into the corporate world, becoming Vice President of Marketing at Genesco and producing groundbreaking runway shows.

A bold innovator, Tivis co-founded “The Forgotten Woman,” one of the first fashion brands dedicated to plus-size women, and remained an active voice in feminism, politics, arts, and animal welfare throughout her remarkable life. These vintage photos beautifully capture Dorothy Tivis at the height of her modeling career in the 1940s.

Powered by a 251 cubic-inch inline-six engine, the Town and Country offered smooth performance and a refined ride. With its elegant two-tone paint, chrome detailing, and distinctive wood paneling, it perfectly embodied the optimistic spirit and growing prosperity of America in the late 1940s.

These photos beautifully showcase the timeless elegance and distinctive charm of the 1947 Chrysler Town and Country Sedan. With its classic woodie styling and luxurious details, the car remains one of the most iconic and desirable American automobiles of the postwar period, a true rolling masterpiece of design and craftsmanship.

In 1980, Linda Ronstadt was at a pivotal, transformative turning point in her life and career, defined by a bold transition from the “Queen of Rock” to a celebrated Broadway theater star.

Frustrated with the limits of stadium rock, Ronstadt shocked the music industry by moving to New York City to star in the New York Shakespeare Festival’s production of Gilbert and Sullivan’s comic operetta, The Pirates of Penzance. She played the innocent, high-soprano lead role of Mabel.

Critics doubted a rock star could handle the demanding operatic vocal ranges required for the part. The show opened in Central Park in August 1980 to rave reviews and massive commercial success. Her performance silenced critics, shattered box office records, and eventually earned her a Tony Award nomination.

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