[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 49 (Tuesday, April 28, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E682]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   TRIBUTE TO THOMAS DuBYNE, DR. VINCENT MASSEY, AND OLD KENT BANK--
               IMPRESSION 5 SCIENCE CENTER AWARD WINNERS

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                          HON. DEBBIE STABENOW

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 28, 1998

  Ms. STABENOW. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to recognize Impression 5 as 
one of the premier science centers in education today. Each year 
Lansing's Impression 5 announces a series of awards that highlight 
leadership in the area of science.
  As in previous years, this year's recipients have shown a true 
commitment to science, our students, and education. Science is one of 
the most challenging important subjects to master. This year's 
recipients have used their knowledge, leadership and financial means to 
make science a focus on and outside the classroom and have found 
innovative ways to help the community appreciate and understand the 
importance of science.
  I am very proud to recognize the following recipients of the 1998 
Impression 5 Tribute to Science and Technology winners for Educator of 
the Year, Scientist of the Year, and Community Service Award.


              Science Educator of the Year: Thomas DuByne

  As a science teacher at Haslett High School for over 35 years, Mr. 
DuByne has gained multiple state and national recognitions. He is best 
known in the community as a teacher committed to his students and the 
study of science. Whether it is the assistance he provides our 
elementary teachers, or the countless science fairs and demonstrations 
he has organized, Mr. DuByne has worked tirelessly on the local not 
only as a high school teacher, but as a leader in advocating science to 
young learners.


               Scientist of the Year: Dr. Vincent Massey

  Dr. Massey is the J. Lawrence Oncley Distinguished University 
Professor in the Department of Biological Chemistry at the University 
of Michigan. He is a pioneering biochemist who is known internationally 
for his studies in the field of flavins and flavoproteins.


                 Community Service Award Old Kent Bank

  Lansing's Old Kent Bank has been recognized for working closely with 
the Impression 5 Science Center for over twelve years. Through their 
continuous commitment to the science center and the nonprofit 
community, Old Kent has played a vital role in the operation of many 
education activities throughout the Lansing community.
  As we continue to head toward the 21st Century, the areas of science 
and technology are more important. As a member of the House Science and 
Technology Committee, I am proud to recognize these efforts and offer 
congratulations and thanks for their continued leadership and 
excellence in science.




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