Becomes novitiate in Loretto order, which ran mission schools in India, and takes name Sister Teresa. Arrives in Calcutta to teach at St. Mary's High School. Over the years, she uses the money from such prizes to found dozens of new homes. Awarded Medal of Freedom, the highest U.S. civilian award. Has a second and nearly fatal attack.
Doctors implant a pacemaker.
Announces her intention to resign, and a conclave of sisters is called to choose successor. November 16, receives honorary U.S. citizenship. Readmitted to hospital with chest pains and breathing problems November 22. March 13, steps down as head of her order. Copyright 1997 The Associated Press .