College Club of St. Louis celebrates 125 years of supporting women’s education

College Club of St. Louis celebrates 125 years of supporting women’s education

Author: St. Louis Public Radio March 12, 2026 Duration: 11:33
In 1901, the College Club of St. Louis was founded by a group of women who wanted to socialize and exercise their brains. Five years later, they began awarding scholarships to local young women in pursuit of higher education — a tradition upheld through the present day. Brenda Davis, current president of the College Club of St. Louis, talks about the significance of the organization reaching its 125th birthday and the club’s continued commitment to supporting young women just beginning college.

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