Campus News2 min read2026-02-27

Mother and Daughter Achieve Historic PhD Milestone in Psychology

In an inspiring story that highlights the power of perseverance and familial support, Inez Phillips Durham and her daughter, Jennifer Durham, have made history as the first parent-child duo to earn PhDs in Psychology from Rutgers...

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Azeez

27 Feb 2026

Mother and Daughter Achieve Historic PhD Milestone in Psychology
Key takeaways
  • In an inspiring story that highlights the power of perseverance and familial support, Inez Phillips Durham and her daughter, Jennifer Durham, have made history as the first parent-child duo to earn PhDs in Psychology from Rutgers University.
  • Their journey not only showcases their individual resilience but also exemplifies the incredible legacy of determination passed from mother to daughter.
  • A Journey Rooted in Resilience Inez’s academic journey began in 1953, when she enrolled at Rutgers at the tender age of 18.

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