HerStory

Muriel Grace CRABTREE

Born: 9 April 1908

Died: 18 December 2010

Additional Information:

Biochemist and artist. Crabtree was associated with the Melbourne University Women's College “for almost 50 years as a graduate, resident, resident tutor, vice-principal, acting principal, governor, member of the college council, member of the Friends of the College and benefactor.”

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References

Edgar, Patricia and Falloon, Lesley. Pioneer in women’s education. The Age. January 4, 2011:page unknown.

Edgar, Patricia and Falloon, Lesley. Obituaries Australia. “Pioneer in women’s education.” accessed 19 December 2019.

Google Books. Flesch, Juliet. “Transforming Biology: A History of the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the University of Melbourne.”. accessed 19 December 2019.

Trove: Examiner (Launceston, Tas.: 1900 - 1954). Sat 12 Apr 1930. Page 12. “About People”. accessed 19 December 2019.

Trove: Examiner (Launceston, Tas.: 1900 - 1954). Wed 30 Mar 1938. Page 5. “The Melbourne Scene”. Accessed 19 December 2019.
Image - Muriel Crabtree

University College has a proud association with Muriel Crabtree over many years. They have the original, colour version of this photo in the Women in Leadership Gallery. It is approximately 30cm x 25cm.

Photo used with permission of University College (formerly University Women’s College).

HerStory

Muriel Grace CRABTREE

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Image - Muriel Crabtree