Inez prosser
born in yoakun, texas december 30, 1895, died in 1934
Family
Oldest daughter of elven children
Father:Samuel Andrew
Mother:Veola (hamilton) Beverly
Background and Education of Inez
Valedictorian of her class in both high school and college.
In 1912 she graduated from yoakum colored high school
At the time of her youth, there were few educational opportunities for African-Americans
She was a critical voice for the african-american community at the time where woman academics were scarce.
Focused on educational psychology and the effects of racism
Contribution to Psychology
first african-american woman to receive a ph.d in psychology in the united states
She created the non-academic development of negro children in mixed or segregated schools
Teacher, administrator, eduacational psychologist, and academic leader
Died due to an automobile accident near schreveport, louisiana