[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 45 (Thursday, March 28, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E481-E482]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     TRIBUTE TO GEORGE GAZMARARIAN

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                             HON. DAVE CAMP

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 28, 1996

  Mr. CAMP. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I rise today to 
recognize Mr. George Gazmararian of Alma College, as he celebrates his 
retirement as emeriti professor of business administration. During his 
30-year

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career at Alma College, Mr. Gazmararian has touched many lives. He has 
served as an extraordinary leadership figure to numerous students who 
are striving to learn and grow at Alma College. He has instilled in 
them courage and self-confidence as they entered into the professional 
world. He has prepared his students for extraordinary community 
leadership and involvement by promoting the essential attributes of 
integrity, ambition, and initiative. Mr. Gazmararian has set the 
standards for conscientious attention to student needs, teaching the 
practical application of business principles and encouraging lifelong 
learning for his mentorees.
  Through his strong commitment to educating and promoting excellence 
in others, he has served as an example to fellow professors and 
community leaders. He established longstanding relationships with his 
students, enabling him to serve as a motivator, counselor, and 
educator.
  Professor Gazmararian is a great instructor and strong advocate of 
education. I know you will join me in recognizing him for all that he 
has done as he celebrates his retirement from the staff of Alma 
College.

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