Denied, Then Unstoppable: The Story of Mary T. Washington Wylie

This Women in History Mini-Series episode with Dr. Victoria Bateman explores the inspiring story of Mary T. Washington Wylie, the first African-American woman CPA, her challenges, achievements, and legacy in breaking racial and gender barriers in the early 20th century. Mathematics is supposed to be objective—but access to it has never been equal.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Mary T. Washington Wylie
00:48 Early Life and Challenges
02:58 Breaking Barriers in Accountancy
05:25 Pioneering a Path for Others
07:21 Legacy and Impact

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