Greig, Jane Stocks (c. 1872 - 1939)

Born
c. 1872
Cupar, Fife, Scotland
Died
16 September 1939
Brighton, Victoria, Australia
Occupation
Medical practitioner
Summary

Dr Jane Stocks Greig was an early medical student in Melbourne. She graduated with honours in 1895 and was the first woman to be awarded the Diploma of Public Health in 1909 at the University of Melbourne (Docherty, 1981, p. 31; Herald, 18 September 1939, p. 11). Dr Greig was a foundation member of the College of Domestic Economy Council in 1912, and president of the Council from 1917 to 1919 (Docherty, 1981, pp. 30 and 298).

Published Resources

Books

  • Docherty, James, 'The Emily Mac': The Story of the Emily McPherson College 1906-1979, Ormond Book & Educational Supplies Pty Ltd, Melbourne, Victoria, 1981. Details

Newspaper Articles

Sources used to compile this entry: 'Funeral of Dr. Jane Greig', The Herald, 18 September 1939, p. 11. Also available at http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article243140990; Docherty, James, 'The Emily Mac': The Story of the Emily McPherson College 1906-1979, Ormond Book & Educational Supplies Pty Ltd, Melbourne, Victoria, 1981.