1917

Event dated 15 June 1917

Graduation from Vassar College

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What happened

Edna St. Vincent Millay graduated from Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, New York, where she honed her poetic skills and developed her distinctive voice. Her time at Vassar was marked by intellectual growth and personal exploration, including her embrace of her bisexuality. This period significantly influenced her later works, which often challenged societal norms.

Literary impact

Graduating from Vassar College allowed Millay to immerse herself in a vibrant literary community, fostering her development as a poet. The experiences and relationships she formed during this time enriched her poetry, infusing it with themes of love, identity, and rebellion against traditional expectations.

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