Born in Venice in 1646, Elena Lucrezia Corner Piscopia is considered the first woman in the world to obtain a university degree. She achieved this prestigious title at age 32 in 1678, distinguishing herself as a scholar of noble origins.

Her success made her an inspirational figure for women, demonstrating an act of courage that was often suppressed in the courtly environments of the time. The year 1678 marked a crucial turning point, paving the way for female education and access to higher learning.