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Emma J. Cole as she appeared in the 1895 Yearbook, Central High School, Grand Rapids, Michigan. Date of photo uncertain, as the same photo was used in all yearbooks from the beginning of her tenure, 1881.

Published Together: Honoring Emma Jane Cole’s legacy during Women’s History Month and beyond

By Julie Stivers

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March 2, 2022

19th century Grand Rapids botanist Emma Cole had a lasting impact on the educational and scientific world in and beyond our city.