The first African American woman to receive a law degree from Harvard was Sadie Tanner Mossell Alexander. Graduating in 1924, she broke significant racial and gender barriers in the legal field. Alexander's career was marked by her commitment to social justice, as she became a highly respected lawyer and advocate for civil rights. She also contributed to the NAACP and served as the first national president of the National Bar Association. Her legacy continues to inspire generations of minority women pursuing careers in law and social advocacy.