University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: Female Mathematicians
This University of St. Andrews presents this list of female mathematicians with a description of their contributions to the field.
Nebraska Studies
Nebraska Studies: Notable Nebraskan: Father Edward J. Flanagan
Father Edward J. Flanagan was the founder of the first Boys Town, a home for at-risk boys, is featured in this biography.
Nebraska Studies
Nebraska Studies: Notable Nebraskan: J. Sterling Morton
Nebraska Studies presents a focused biography of one of the founders of Arbor Day, J. Sterling Morton.
Oklahoma Historical Society
Oklahoma State University: Encyclopedia: Roscoe Dunjee
Learn about the career and civil rights activism of Oklahoma journalist Rosco Dunjee.
Oklahoma Historical Society
Encyclopedia of Oklahoma History and Culture: Lucille Mulhall
Learn about the career of the first famous cowgirl, Lucille Mulhall of Oklahoma.
Other
State Historical Society of Iowa: Iowa Medal of Honor Heroes
Commemoration of the men and women of Iowa who have received the Medal of Honor for bravery in times of conflict.
American Academy of Achievement
Academy of Achievement: Bill Russell
Biography of basketball great, Bill Russell, who excelled on the court of the Boston Celtics and then on the sidelines as a successfel coach.
American Academy of Achievement
Academy of Achievement: Mike Krzyzewski
A biography of Mike Krzyzewski, a famous basketball coach at Duke University. Includes a profile, interview videos and a photo gallery.
American Academy of Achievement
Academy of Achievement: Willie Mays
A biography of baseball player Willie Mays. He was famous for the versatility of his skills when playing. Includes a profile, videos, and a photo gallery.
American Academy of Achievement
Academy of Achievement: Yogi Berra
A biography of Lawrence Peter Berra. Known to most as Yogi Berra, he was one of the greatest baseball players of all time. Includes a profile, videos, and a photo gallery.
Virtual Museum of Canada
Virtual Museum of Canada: Community Stories: A Life of Service: Nurse Bennett Heritage House
Nurse Myra Grimsley (Bennett) was a nurse in Britain throughout World War I. She came to Newfoundland in 1921 as a volunteer and worked there for over 50 years. She was the only source of medical aid to people living along a...
Other
Lewis and Clark in Kentucky: Nathaniel Pryor
Learn about the Lewis and Clark expedition member and military sergeant Nathaniel Pryor.
Other
Old State House Museum: Biographies of Arkansas Musicians
The music and musicians of Arkansas are the focus of this exhibit. Learn about different instruments, forms of music, and people like Johnny Cash, Conway Twitty, Scott Joplin, and many more.
Authors Calendar
Author's Calendar: Chinua Achebe
A complete biography of Achebe includes quotes from him as well as a brief synopsis of his novels. There is a list of all his works.
US House of Representatives
History, Art, and Archives: Kathryn Ann Bailey (Kay) Hutchison
A detailed biography of Kay Bailey Hutchison, a United States Senator from Texas.
American Academy of Achievement
Academy of Achievement: John Grisham
A biography of best-selling author John Grisham. A lawyer by training, he became interested in the stories of people he encountered in his profession and began to write legal thrillers. Includes a profile, videos, and a photo gallery.
Library of Congress
Loc: Biographical Directory of the u.s. Congress: Congress: Robert S. Kerr
Learn about the senate and military career of Robert S. Kerr of Oklahoma.
National Institutes of Health
National Library of Medicine: Dr. Frances Kathleen Oldham Kelsey
This fascinating biography profiles the life and accomplishments of the woman who opposed the use of thalidomide due to its dangerous side effects.
ibiblio
Ibiblio: Herbert Hoover
This site from ibiblio.org gives extensive biographical information on Herbert Hoover based on the collection in the Herbert Hoover Museum.
ibiblio
Ibiblio: Anwar Al Sadat
A detailed biography of Anwar al-Sadat. Site contains photographs and links to further information.
National Institutes of Health
National Library of Medicine: Changing the Face of Medicine: Women Physicians
Online exhibition that features the accomplishments of women doctors, many who have changed the face of medicine and served as role models for women today. Includes learning activities, games, and lesson plans showing how the human body...
Art Cyclopedia
Artcyclopedia: Georgia O'keeffe
A comprehensive set of links to resources on the Internet for information on the artist, Georgia O'Keeffe, including museums, galleries, articles, images, video, etc.
Library of Congress
Loc: Biographical Directory of the u.s. Congress: John Henninger Reagan (1818 1905)
A biography of John Henninger Reagan that focuses on his professional and political life.
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: Ed Online: Tracing Math's Evolution
Students will use technology to research and explore mathematicians.
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