[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 147 (Tuesday, November 29, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E]
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[Congressional Record: November 29, 1994]
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  Mr. LEWIS of California Mr. Speaker, I would like to bring to your 
attention the fine work and outstanding public service of Dr. Joanna 
Choi Kalbus. Dr. Kalbus will be retiring following 30 years of 
distinguished service in the field of education and will honored at a 
reception in her honor on December 5.
  Joanna Choi Kalbus arrived in the United States from war-torn Korea 
at the age of 10. Since that time, she has mastered the English 
language and gone on to pursue a better life for herself and family 
through education. She received a BA degree from the University of 
California, Los Angeles; MA degree from Central Michigan University; 
and a Ph.D. from the University of California, Riverside.
  Throughout her career, Dr. Kalbus has served in numerous leadership 
positions in the field of education. She has served as a teacher, 
lecturer, principal, director, assistant to the superintendent, and 
assistant superintendent. In addition, she is presently serving on 
numerous educationally related organizations holding a number of 
positions including secretary, chair, vice-chair, and president.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that you join me, our colleagues and the many 
friends of Dr. Kalbus in recognizing her remarkable work and selfless 
contributions to education. She retires as one of the highest ranking 
Korean-Americans in the field of education in our State. Without 
question, she has truly touched the lives of many people in our 
community and it is only fitting that the House recognize Dr. Kalbus 
today.

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