[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 71 (Monday, May 20, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E701]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   HONORING MASTER HARVEY GOLDBLATT--PIERSON COLLEGE, YALE UNIVERSITY

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                          HON. JOHN B. LARSON

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 20, 2013

  Mr. LARSON of Connecticut. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Master 
Harvey Goldblatt, a devoted educator who is affectionately known to 
students, alumni, and parents as simply, Master G.
  After 19 years of dedicated service as the Master of Pierson College, 
Professor Goldblatt will step down from this position, but will 
continue as the Chair of the Department of Slavic Languages and 
Literatures.
  The Masters of Yale's residential colleges are responsible for all 
aspects of its operation--ensuring students have a place to live, 
study, and dine together. Master G was transformational for Pierson 
College and worked hard to enrich the student experience. Whether it 
was supporting their research, immersing them in other cultures, or 
taking the time to greet each student by name--Master G was a tireless 
advocate for their best interests.
  Originally from Hamilton, Ontario, Master G received a Bachelor's 
Degree in Russian from McGill University in 1969. During his studies at 
McGill, Master G was the first North American to study abroad in the 
Soviet Union. He received a Master's in 1972 and a Ph.D. in 1978 in 
Slavic Languages and Literatures, both from Yale University.
  Master G shared with the students, parents, and alumni of Pierson 
College his time, energy, and a strong devotion to their shared 
community. In return, they have asked me to express their gratitude to 
him for being a beloved friend and mentor.
  We thank Professor Goldblatt for his continued service to Yale and 
look forward to meeting the next generation of young thinkers and 
leaders who will follow in his good example.

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