[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 90 (Friday, June 25, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1242]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    IN HONOR OF DONALD J. CAMPBELL, RETIRING DIRECTOR OF NASA GLENN 
                            RESEARCH CENTER

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 24, 2004

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor and recognition of 
Donald J. Campbell--admired and respected businessman, community 
leader, and friend and mentor to countless--upon his retirement 
following 10 years of exemplary service as the Director of the National 
Aeronautics and Space Administration's (NASA) Glenn Research Center at 
Lewis Field in Cleveland, Ohio.
  Under his tenure as Director, Mr. Campbell carried out the mission of 
the NASA Glenn Research Center with great focus, vision, and 
dedication. He easily garnered the admiration of the entire staff at 
NASA Glenn. Moreover, Mr. Campbell forged strong partnerships with 
local and national business leaders, political leaders, and educational 
institutions, including historically black colleges and universities. 
These unbreakable bonds that radiate outward from NASA Glenn Research 
Center inspire countless young adults to follow their dreams of 
exploring careers in aeronautics, elevate our community's interest and 
understanding of aeronautics, and serve to support and enhance numerous 
educational opportunities for students within our community. As the 
only African American NASA Center Director during his tenure, Mr. 
Campbell served as an inspiration to numerous young Americans to remain 
focused on their academic and professional dreams, despite barriers or 
challenges along the way.
  Beyond his professional accomplishments, Mr. Campbell continues to 
take an active role within our community. He is a member of the board 
of directors of the American Red Cross and is a member of the Kent 
State University Aeronautics Division Advisory Board. Mr. Campbell has 
been honored numerous times for his significant career in public 
service, including the Affirmative Action Award from the Ohio Martin 
Luther King, Jr. Holiday Commission, and the Technical Excellence in 
Government and Engineer Award from the National Technical Association.
  Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me in honor of Mr. Donald J. 
Campbell, as we recognize his significant contribution to NASA Glenn 
Research center and to our entire community. His work, expertise and 
dedication has enhanced and fortified the cornerstone of technology 
within our region. More importantly, it has served to provide tangible 
educational opportunities and limitless dreams of possibility for the 
young people of our community. I extend best wishes of peace, health 
and happiness to Mr. Campbell and his family, today, and throughout all 
of his future endeavors.

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