[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 63 (Friday, April 30, 2010)]
[Senate]
[Page S3004]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO DR. MIKE REED

  Mr. REID. Mr. President, I rise today to pay a special tribute to Dr. 
Mike Reed, who has been a champion for the University of Nevada, Reno, 
and for the Nevada System of Higher Education throughout his 
prestigious career. After numerous years of enhancing the education of 
his students, leading UNR's College of Business, and serving the 
State's education system, Dr. Reed is soon to embark on a well-earned 
retirement.
  Dr. Reed began his journey as a faculty member of the College of 
Business Administration at UNR in 1972. In 1993, he became dean, a 
position which he served faithfully for 13 years. More recently in 
2006, Dr. Reed was named vice chancellor of finance and administration 
for the Nevada System of Higher Education.
  In addition to his outstanding career, Dr. Reed has received a 
plethora of awards and accolades in recognition of his hard work and 
dedication to his community. He was recognized as the 1997 Raymond I. 
Smith Civic Leader of the Year Award by the Reno-Sparks Chamber of 
Commerce. In 2005, he was inducted into the Junior Achievement Business 
Leaders Hall of Fame. He has given back to northern Nevada in other 
ways, as well. He served as former host of KUNR's bluegrass music 
program and remains an active volunteer with the Boys and Girls Club of 
Truckee Meadows. Dr. Reed's significant contribution to that wonderful 
organization for youngsters was very evident when he received their 
``Bigs in Schools'' award in 2006.
  It is an honor for me today to recognize Dr. Mike Reed and all of his 
accomplishments as an educator in the Silver State. He is a fine 
Nevadan, and we are tremendously proud to call him our own. He has left 
a lasting legacy on the University of Nevada, Reno Wolf Pack, and the 
Nevada System of Higher Education. I sincerely thank Dr. Reed and wish 
him all the best for a happy retirement.

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