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  1. Ruth Fulton Benedict (June 5, 1887 – September 17, 1948) was an American anthropologist and folklorist . She was born in New York City, attended Vassar College, and graduated in 1909. After studying anthropology at the New School of Social Research under Elsie Clews Parsons, she entered graduate studies at Columbia University in 1921, where ...

  2. Apr 17, 2024 · Ruth Benedict (born June 5, 1887, New York, N.Y., U.S.—died Sept. 17, 1948, New York City) was an American anthropologist whose theories had a profound influence on cultural anthropology, especially in the area of culture and personality.

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  4. May 4, 2023 · May 4, 2023 by Claudine Cassar. Ruth Benedict was an American anthropologist who made significant contributions to the field of anthropology during the early 20th century. Born in 1887, she studied at Vassar College and later pursued graduate studies in anthropology under Franz Boas at Columbia University.

  5. Ruth Fulton Benedict (June 5, 1887 – September 17, 1948) was an American cultural anthropologist, who advocated cross-cultural and racial equality. She was a pioneer in her field, and also as a woman in academia.

  6. Jun 27, 2018 · Ruth Fulton Benedict (1887–1948), originator of the configurational approach to culture, was a mature woman when she entered anthropology. At Vassar College, from 1905 to 1909, her main training was in English literature. Then, after three years of teaching, she turned to research and experimental writing about women who were literary figures.

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