[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 143 (Thursday, November 7, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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                       HONORING DR. CHAN-LIN TIEN

                                 ______
                                 

                         HON. ROBERT T. MATSUI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, November 7, 2002

  Mr. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, with the passing of Dr. Chan-Lin Tien, the 
Asian American community as well as the entire nation, has lost an 
extraordinary educator, scientist, and leader. I rise today joining 
many friends and admirers across the country and around the world in 
expressing my deepest sympathy to Dr. Tien's wife, Di-Hwa and his three 
children, Norman, Phyllis and Christine.
  Dr. Tien's remarkable legacy is evident in the fact that his presence 
could be felt in many fields of study. But Dr. Tien's contributions 
went far beyond the academic. By bringing his passion, enthusiasm, and 
personality to each new endeavor, Dr. Tien touched countless lives and 
inspired people from all walks of life to achieve excellence.
  As the University of California at Berkeley's seventh Chancellor, Dr. 
Tien became the first Asian American to head a major research 
university in the United States. As Chancellor, Dr. Tien was known for 
the energy and personal touch he brought to his job. A leader in the 
right for affirmative action in the UC admissions process, Dr. Tien 
understood the great value that diversity brings to institutions of 
learning and to the fabric of our nation. All members of the University 
community--staff, faculty, students, and alumni--were enriched by Dr. 
Tien's vision and warmth.
  Though Dr. Tien was first and foremost a man of science and learning, 
he was also deeply committed to opening doors for Asian Pacific 
Americans in all areas of public life and leadership. As a founding 
board member of the Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional 
Studies (APAICS), his efforts will undoubtedly continue to inspire 
future generations of APA leaders.
  Dr. Tien strove to cultivate excellence in the academic world, in 
government, and in the APA community. Dr. Tien truly was a giant in his 
field, and his loss will be deeply felt in the hearts of those who had 
the privilege of knowing and working with him. He will be greatly 
missed.