Catherine Coyne

Born on April 17, 1907, in Portland, Maine, Catherine Mary (Coyne) Hudson spent her childhood in southern Maine and from an early age displayed an affinity for writing and thoughtful articulation.

As a student of Portland High School, Coyne served as literary editor of the Totem and was an active member of the Debating Council and Glee Club. Following graduation with honors in 1926, Coyne entered the School of Journalism at Boston University. As an undergraduate she maintained an active role within the community at B.U., acting as an officer of the Benjamin Edes Association and Gamma Beta Alpha, directing the undergraduate drama group, and actively participating in B.U.'s Women's Debate team. As a freshman, Coyne joined the staff as editor and writer for the student publication, Boston University News, and she also served as the BU correspondent for the Boston American throughout her undergraduate years. In 1930, her graduating year, Coyne earned an appointment as Associate news editor of BU News making her the first woman to hold an upper staff position at that publication.

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