Lola Van Wagenen

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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1. When was Lola Van Wagenen born?December 19, 1938
2. Where was Lola Van Wagenen born?Provo, Utah
3. What is the doctoral dissertation?Sister-Wives and Suffragists: Polygamy and the Politics of Woman Suffrage 1870–1896
4. What is the co-founded organizations?Consumer Action Now (1970) and Clio Visualizing History, Inc. (1995)
5. Who is Lola Van Wagenen?Lola Van Wagenen is a historian and activist who helps people learn about history and protect the environment. She creates projects that teach about the past and how our choices affect the planet.
6. What did she do with Consumer Action Now?She helped start Consumer Action Now in 1970 and was a co-chair for ten years. She wrote newsletters and organized a council that helped pass laws to keep the Earth clean, like the Toxic Substances Control Act.

Public History: The practice and study of engaging diverse audiences with history outside of traditional academic settings.
Suffrage Movement: The political movement advocating for the right to vote, particularly for women.
Philanthropy: The desire to promote the welfare of others, expressed especially by the generous donation of money to good causes.