Tribute to Dr. Michael Lemay

TRIBUTE TO DR. MICHAEL LEMAY -- (Extensions of Remarks - May 17, 2004)

SPEECH OF
HON. JOE BACA
OF CALIFORNIA
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
MONDAY, MAY 17, 2004

Mr. BACA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay tribute to Dr. Michael Lemay, who is retiring from the California State University San Bernardino after 12 dedicated years of service to the university. Dr. Lemay is an individual of great distinction, and we join with family and friends in honoring his remarkable achievements and expressing pride in his work throughout the last dozen years.

Dr. Lemay has devoted his life to helping students through his chosen profession in education. His kindness and passionate spirit make him an incredible resource to the university and beloved community member.

For the past 12 years, Dr. Lemay has dedicated himself to Cal State San Bernardino, serving as Associate Dean, Assistant Dean, Department Chair, Academic Advisor, and Professor. In these capacities, he has been an integral contributor to the management and administration of the school, as well as a participant in developing the young minds of the future.

Through his participation in countless activities and committees, Dr. Lemay has exhibited kindness, love, humility, and a deep resolve to ameliorate all aspects of university life, so it is only appropriate that we thank him today. He has received the highest evaluation of his profession for integrity and performance, and has taken a proactive approach to leadership at Cal State San Bernardino.

I join today with family in friends in congratulating him for his 12 years of service. He is a symbol of all that is good in his profession and an inspiration to all that know him.

And so, Mr. Speaker, we salute Dr. Michael Lemay. We express admiration in his career and hope that others may recognize his good works in the community.

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