[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 97 (Friday, June 27, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1379]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  COMMEMORATING THE 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE UCSD CANCER CENTER LUAU & 
                        LONG BOARD INVITATIONAL

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                          HON. SUSAN A. DAVIS

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 26, 2003

  Mrs. DAVIS of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
University of California--San Diego (UCSD) Cancer Center Luau and Long 
Board Invitational annual event for their continuous exemplary work in 
furthering the efforts of cancer treatment and research at the Rebecca 
and John Moores UCSD Cancer Center.
  This year marks the 10th Anniversary of the Luau and Long Board 
Invitational, which each year brings together varying groups, from 
world-renowned surfing legends to corporate executives, to unify around 
the same cause. The many activities of the day include a ceremony 
honoring the recipient of the Queen of Makaha Award, recognizing an 
individual for his or her efforts to fight cancer and dedication to 
helping others in ways that embody the true ``aloha'' spirit.
  This year's 10th Anniversary event serves as a milestone of success 
and a measure of the many contributions of supporters both in and out 
of the San Diego community toward the struggle against cancer. Through 
a good deal of time and effort, the Luau has earned a worldwide 
reputation as one of the finest and most soulful surfing-themed 
philanthropic events to be found anywhere. The challenge of organizing 
the Luau year after year is successfully accomplished by a passionate 
grassroots network of local volunteers, many of whom are cancer 
survivors. Additionally, the Luau is generously supported by a diverse 
collection of prominent, community-minded companies, organizations and 
individuals.
  Since its founding in 1994, the Luau has raised more than $1 million 
to finance promising cancer research projects at the Rebecca and John 
Moores UCSD Cancer Center. In 2002 alone, over $170,000 was raised. 
Today, scientists and doctors are making great strides in the battle to 
fight cancer, but the disease continues to be one of the most 
widespread diseases in the United States. We must do our part to keep 
up the fight, and this Luau serves as a perfect means for all San 
Diegans to get involved.
  I applaud the UCSD Cancer Center Luau and Long Board Invitational for 
their continuous efforts in the fight against Cancer. To all those who 
have spent countless hours on this important event year after year: 
Mahalo!
  I yield back the balance of my time.

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