 Mead and Addams worked on several projects together, including pro-labor speeches, peace advocacy, and the Progressive Party. When Addams was publicly attacked for not supporting the U.S. entry into World War I, Mead defended her though he disagreed with her position. Like Dewey, Mead was a frequent lecturer at Hull House. Also, like Dewey, Mead could not help but be impressed with Addams’ intellect. In 1916, Mead advocated awarding Addams an honorary doctorate from the University of Chicago. The faculty supported the award, but the administration overturned the decision (eventually making the award in 1931).