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Alice Chancellor
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Alice Chancellor, from a 1971 publication of the United States federal government
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| Born | September 2, 1912 Kentland, Indiana
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| Died | June 22, 1985 Sierra Vista, Arizona
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| Occupation | Electronics engineer |
| Known for | Outstanding Handicapped Federal Employee of the Year (1971) |
Alice Percilla Chancellor (born September 2, 1912 – died June 22, 1985) was an amazing American electronics engineer. She was known for winning the 1970 Outstanding Handicapped Federal Employee of the Year award. This award recognized her incredible achievements and contributions.
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Early Life and Learning
Alice Chancellor was born in Kentland, Indiana. Her father was a farmer. When she was a child, she had an accident that caused some health challenges. Later in her life, she became blind in one eye. She also had surgeries in 1962 and 1964 that led to her legs being amputated.
Even with these challenges, Alice was determined to learn. In 1956, she left her job to go to college. She studied engineering at the University of Arizona. She worked hard and earned her degree.
Her Engineering Career
Alice Chancellor used a wheelchair, but it didn't stop her from having a great career. When she was younger, she worked as a typist. She worked for private companies and for the government during World War II.
After she finished college in 1962, she became an electronics engineer. She worked for the United States Army in Arizona. Her job was at the Electronic Proving Ground at Fort Huachuca.
Special Awards and Recognition
Alice's hard work and dedication were noticed. In 1970, she was named the Department of the Army's Handicapped Employee of the Year. She then won the big 1970 Outstanding Handicapped Federal Employee of the Year award.
This special award was given to her in March 1971. Pat Nixon, who was the First Lady at the time, presented the award to Alice. Alice also received two Department of the Army Meritorious Civilian Service Awards. These awards are given for excellent service to the country.
Alice was also a member of important groups. She joined the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. She was also active in the Arizona chapter of the Armed Forces Communications Electronic Association.
Her Personal Life
Alice Chancellor lived on her own in her own house. She even drove a car that was specially changed for her. She loved to sew clothes. She made clothes for herself and also for charity.
In 1969, she made 50 handmade Easter dresses. She gave them to children on a nearby Indian reservation. She also made full sets of clothes for students at the Papago Indian School. Alice Chancellor passed away in 1985 in Sierra Vista, Arizona. She was 72 years old.
