home economics

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Ellen Swallow Richards is known as the founder of home economics, which to her meant bringing scientific principles to domestic life, lessening household labor and improving public health.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

She was described as "academically minded" with a flair for English, French, home economics and geography.

From BBC • Feb. 21, 2025

“It doesn’t,” replied Ms. Martin, who is also a Republican and taught home economics for 18 years at the Pittsburg School down the road.

From New York Times • Jan. 22, 2024

Resourcefulness is the hallmark of the housewife, according to any 1950s home economics film.

From Salon • Dec. 6, 2023

“Very nice,” he said after he unwrapped the heavy gray socks she’d knitted in home economics.

From "Out of Darkness" by Ashley Hope Pérez