Ruth Strang

Ruth May Strang (April 3, 1895 – January 1971) was an American psychologist whose primary research interests were in child and adolescent psychology.

She went on to study at the Pratt Institute until 1916 before completing a degree and PhD in education at Columbia University.

After holding a number of temporary teaching positions Strang was appointed assistant professor of education at Columbia University.

In 1946 Strang and Pauline Williamson founded the American Association for Gifted Children, through which she published guidelines for parents, teachers, and students.

[1] In 1955 Strang served as president of the National Association of Remedial Teachers.