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FIRST WOMAN TO GET A UNIVERSITY DEGREE On this Day, June 25th. Every woman who's studied at university owes something to Elena Cornaro Piscopia, who became the first woman in the world to get an academic university degree, with her PhD in Theology, on this day, June 25, 1678. Cornaro’s father, Giovanni Piscopia, was a nobleman. Her mother, Zanetta Boni, was a peasant and was not married to Giovanni at the time of Elena’s birth. When Elena was seven, a friend of her family, ...the priest Giovanni Fabris, encouraged her father to begin lessons for her in Greek and Latin. She later became fluent in French, Spanish, and Hebrew, and she also studied mathematics, astronomy, philosophy, music, and theology. Upon the recommendation of Carlo Rinaldini, her tutor in philosophy, Felice Rotondi, her tutor in theology, petitioned the University of Padua to grant Cornaro the degree of doctor of theology. Gregorio Cardinal Barbarigo, the bishop of Padua, assumed that Cornaro was seeking a degree in philosophy and supported her pursuit of a degree. However, when he discovered that Cornaro sought a degree in theology, he refused to grant her the degree because she was a woman. He did allow her to pursue a doctor of philosophy degree, however. On June 25, 1678, because of the immense interest in Cornaro, her defense was held in the cathedral of Padua rather than at the university. Cornaro’s defense, which consisted of explaining two passages chosen at random from Aristotle, was successful, and she was presented with the traditional laurel wreath, ermine cape, gold ring, and book of philosophy. HACKNEY NINE - JEWELRY | LOVE | FASHION WWW.HACKNEYNINE.COM We support Women's Rights & Gender Equality.

THE JOY of JEWELRY The use of metal, gems and other materials for body decor can be traced back to the origins of humans, from the stone age through to ancient cultures such as Egyptian and Mesopotamian, and right up our modern age. Jewelry has been an ever-present part of human civilization. Adorning oneself with jewelry has been consistent across space and time, across religions, cultures, class and gender. Civilizations as disparate as the Aztecs and the Tibetans are both ...renowned for their appreciation of jewelry. Beyond the obvious aesthetics, psychologists claim that we become animistic with our jewelry; we derive from it a personality, an emotion, a soul, a form of expression. The style, texture and symbolism of the piece becomes a point of self-identification. If ruby symbolizes passion, if amethyst symbolizes sobriety, then we may feel these characteristics asserted in ourselves by wearing them. And as such we have the reinforcement of esteem, the Freudian Ego. HACKNEY NINE | WWW.HACKNEYNINE.COM

Sunday Special: Set of 3 Minimalist Earrings Pairs. Just $19.50 6 Ways to Wear: Mix & Match. 3 pairs different geometric earrings set,include:circle earrings,triangle earrings, & square earrings. Made from High quality environmental alloy and gold plated.... From HACKNEY NINE www.hackneynine.com View+Shop: shorturl.at/dfrUY

Be bold or Dress Low. A set of 6 pairs of Zirconia crystal earrings in varying sizes. Just $16

"Miles Apart but Close at Heart".

"It's in the Stars" Zodiac Earrings. Perfect pieces to give and receive expressing the love & bonds between friends, lovers, family or yourself. Online Only... HACKNEY NINE JEWELRY | LOVE | FASHION www.HackneyNine.com

It's In the Stars. Zodiac Jewelry.

"Don't blame gravity for falling in LOVE" Albert Einstein.

"Beauty is a Light in the Heart" Khalil Gibram. At just $14 this necklace makes the perfect treat for a close friend, a loved one, or even yourself.

"Talk with your Hands" Wear a stylish bracelet. Featured: Love Knot Infinity Bracelet $13