Janet Anne Galloway

Janet Anne Galloway (1841–1909) advocate for higher education for women in Scotland, supporter of the Glasgow Association for the Higher Education of Women and secretary of Queen Margaret College.

Janet Anne Galloway was born in Birdston, Stirlingshire, Scotland on 10 October 1841, the only surviving daughter in four children born to Alexander Galloway (1802–1883) a land surveyor and estate factor and his wife, Anne Bald. Janet moved with her family to Glasgow in 1844, where her father worked as a land agent, valuer, and accountant.

Janet was initially educated in Scotland, before being sent to schools in France, Germany, and Holland where she learned to speak French and German fluently. She also developed an interest in history and archaeology<ref name=":1">Ewan, Elizabeth; Innes, Sue; Reynolds, Sian; Pipes, Rose (2006). The Biographical Dictionary of Scottish Women. Edinburgh University Press. p. 131. ISBN . </ref> and was taught bookkeeping and business methods by her father.<ref name=":0" /> Janet was known to be an accomplished pianist with an enduring love for music.<ref name=":0" />

As a result of the limited educational opportunities open to women, Janet became an active supporter of the movement for higher education provision for women. In 1877 Janet was appointed as the honorary secretary of the new Glasgow Association for the Higher Education of Women, founded by Jessie Campbell and financed by Isabella Elder.John Caird, principal of Glasgow University at the time, was the first Chairman of its General Committee. Janet was responsible for recruiting teachers lecturers and examiners, and helped to develop and plan teaching methods and standards.

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