FRESNO, Ca: Shobha Sekhon, M.D., of Fresno has been selected to be included in the 1987 Edition of Outstanding Young Women of America. This was announced by the Board of Advisors.
Now in its 23rd year, the OYWA program is designed to honor and encourage exceptional young women between the ages of 21 and 36 who have distinguished themselves in many fields of endeavor, such as service to community, professional leadership, academic achievement, business advancement, cultural accomplishments, and civic and political participation. Achievements in these areas are the result of dedication, responsibility, and a drive for excellence — qualities which deserve to be recognized and remembered.
The women listed, along with other Outstanding Young Women throughout North America, were selected after 150,000 nominations were received from political ficials, clergymen, business leaders, as well as from various civic groups and community organizations. Each young woman will be represented by her biographical entry in this prestigious annual awards publication.
Our Board of Advisors and Editors salute all those honored as Outstanding Young Women of America. We take great pride in. bringing their accomplishments to the attention of the American public.
Article extracted from this publication >> June 17, 1988