[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 112 (Friday, August 3, 2001)]
[Senate]
[Page S8907]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                       HONORING DR. FRED GILLIARD

 Mr. BAUCUS. Mr. President, I want to take this opportunity to 
recognize a good friend of mine and a man who has committed his life to 
education--Dr. Fred Gilliard.
  Dr. Gilliard announced this year that he will retire as President of 
the University of Great Falls on August 13, 2001.
  I have seen first hand the impact Dr. Gilliard has had on the 
University of Great Falls community. Without a doubt, he was a huge 
success and will be missed.
  Dr. Gilliard was proud of his students, staff and facility. Not only 
did he understand the importance of a good, solid education, but he 
followed the mission of the University at work and everyday in his 
life. When I read the mission of the University of Great Falls, three 
areas, in my view, tell us who Dr. Gilliard is and what he stands for:
  Character--have a positive impact on the world and on the communities 
in which they live and work, particularly by recognizing and accepting 
personal accountability to themselves, to society and to God;
  Competence--further their ability to live full and rewarding lives by 
becoming competent working members of society who know the basics of 
their professional field and have access to future learning;
  Commitment--find meaning in life which enables them to participate 
effectively in society while transcending its limitations, by living 
according to their own moral and religious convictions, as well as 
respecting the dignity and beliefs of other people.
  Dr. Gilliard achieved so much during his tenure as President. From 
introducing the Student Service Learning Center, moving the institution 
from ``College'' to ``University'' status, and broadcasting classes 
over the Internet, to completing a successful capital campaign, 
completing the Jorgenson Library addition and re-starting the Argos 
men's and women's basketball program. These are just a few Dr. 
Gilliard's successes.
  In early 2000, I called Fred to see if he would be interested in 
hosting ``Montana's Economic Development Summit'' at the University of 
Great Falls. Without hesitation he said, ``yes.'' Since that time, Dr. 
Gilliard has continued to work tirelessly to help me grow Montana's 
economy.
  I wish the best to Dr. Fred Gilliard and his wife, Berry Lynn. I know 
Dr. Gilliard will be spending lots of his free time cheering for the 
Detriot Tigers with his grandson.
  Semper Fi, Fred.

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