From the Archives: Women Shaping 50 Years of Road Scholar's Legacy
As we celebrate our golden anniversary, we honor the women who have been the heart and soul of the Road Scholar community for five decades. Since 1975, women have not only made up the majority of our participants but have fundamentally shaped the character and direction of our programs. These photographs capture the essence of their journey, and we celebrate these pioneers of curiosity whose intellectual passion and sense of adventure continue to inspire Road Scholar's mission of lifelong learning.
Curiosity knows no boundaries: A Road Scholar participant explores Costa Rica, exemplifying the spirit of lifelong education that has drawn women to Road Scholar programs for decades. (Elderhostel Catalog, Fall 2002)
Shared wisdom: Two Road Scholar participants engage in thoughtful discussion, representing the majority of women who have built Road Scholar's community of lifelong learners since its founding 50 years ago.
The joy of discovery: This participant proudly sharing her work reflects Road Scholar’s long tradition of drawing women who thrive by pursuing knowledge across all disciplines.
A commitment to learning: These scholars take notes during an early program when “hostlers” studied at regional universities, part of Road Scholar’s 50-year legacy of creating educational opportunities where women have consistently led participation rates.
Creativity in action: A Road Scholar artist at work, demonstrating the diverse interests and talents women have brought to the organization's educational programs over the decades.