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Anna Jespersen (December 14, 1895 - July 15, 1989) was an American geologist known for her aeromagnetic surveying work. She had a 45-year scientific career, working for the United States Geological Survey as well as the Arctic Institute and the United Nations.

who had a 45-year scientific career in geological and technical writing. Having had the opportunity to study at several universities, travel around the globe, and become an active member in a number of prestigious clubs, Jespersen was an influential woman in the geological world. Jespersen also contributed to creating a positive impact in the world by working for the

Early life and education
Jespersen was born on December 14, 1895, in Dubuque, Iowa, to Oline and John Jespersen. She started primary school at the age of five in Clinton, Iowa, and graduated secondary school in Webster, South Dakota. After World War I, Jespersen moved to Brookings, South Dakota where she studied at South Dakota State College. While working for the U.S Geological Survey in Washington, D.C., Jespersen attended night classes at George Washington University, where she obtained her master's degree in Geology.

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At the age of 19, Jespersen worked as a school teacher in Retlaw, Alberta and then moved to Day County, South Dakota, to teach at a rural school. After graduating, she then taught for two more years before returning to her alma mater to work as an assistant registrar. Jespersen also attended

In 1963, she co-published the geological survey, the Aeromagnetic Interpretation of the Geology of the Greenwood Lake and Sloatsburg quadrangles, New York, and New Jersey, with fellow geologist Andrew Griscom. In 1964, she published another geological survey, Aeromagnetic Interpretation of the Globe - Miami Copper District, Gila and Pinal Counties, Arizona.

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Throughout her life, Jespersen was also part of many clubs including the Washington Art Club, Potomac Appalachian Trail Club, Geological Society of America, and was also an active member of the Senior Citizen's Organization in Lethbridge, Alberta Canada.