Natividad Zaragoza de Tuason wanted to become a Medico Titular (physician) at a time when women were not allowed to take secondary education. Her father had to secure approval from the Spanish Ministro de Ultramar (Overseas Ministry). Once approved, Zaragoza was accepted the Colegio de San Juan de Letran in 1890 and became the school’s first alumna. She was allowed only four years of the 5-year Secondary Education course. Her dream of becoming a Medico was not fulfilled.