The Ellis Island Medal of Honor award is presented to influential leaders of various fields and ethnic backgrounds who have greatly contributed to American society. Established in 1986 by the National Ethnic Coalition of Organizations. NECO. the Ellis Island Medal of Honor pays tribute to the heritage of those individuals that compromise Americas unique cultural mosaic and extraordinary individual achievement. Past medalists include 6 U.S. Presidents as well as Nobel Prize winners and leaders of industry. education. the arts. sports and government. As the daughter of 2 immigrants from India. Ms. Shah grew up in Chicago where she excelled as a student and is still remembered fondly as an active member of her community.
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