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Originally Posted by NutBrnHair
In 1930, Chi Omega established the National Achievement Award. Chi Omega was the first national women's organization to give an award for the outstanding achievements of a woman. The award "helps dispel a myth - the myth that women cannot appreciate the distinguished accomplishments of women."
Where was this award presentation usually held?
a.) The White House
b.) Always at the site of the Chi Omega Convention
c.) The Chi Omega Executive House on Grandin Road in Cincinnati
d.) Grand Central Station, NYC
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Actually, the answer is the White House! Isn't that cool?
Eleanor Roosevelt was on the selection committee, so most often, the presentation of the award was made in the East Room. One year, President Eisenhower presented the award.