Background
Breckinridge, Sophonisba Preston was born in 1866 in Lexington, Kentucky, United States. Daughter of William Campbell Preston and Issa (Desha) Breckinridge.
Breckinridge, Sophonisba Preston was born in 1866 in Lexington, Kentucky, United States. Daughter of William Campbell Preston and Issa (Desha) Breckinridge.
Bachelor of Science, Wellesley, 1888. Doctor of Philisophy, University of Chicago, 1901. Juris Doctor, 1904; Doctor of Laws, Oberlin College, 1919, University of Kentucky, 1925, Tulane University, 1939.
Dean Chicago School of Civics and Philanthropy. President American Association Schools of Social Work, 1934-1935. President Ill; president Chicago chapter Association Social Workers.
President Chicago Woman’s City Club.
Member Kentucky Bar. Member faculty Chicago U. since 1902. Member Order of Coif, Phi Beta Kappa.