[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 60 (Friday, April 13, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E459-E460]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  IN CELEBRATION OF CHANCELLOR DANIEL LITTLE'S DISTINGUISHED 18 YEAR 
                                 TENURE

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                          HON. DEBBIE DINGELL

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, April 13, 2018

  Mrs. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate University of 
Michigan-Dearborn Chancellor Daniel Little for his 18 years of 
distinguished service as he retires. He has provided the university 
with exemplary leadership throughout his tenure.
  Mr. Daniel Little received his Bachelor of Science in mathematics 
from the University of Illinois in 1971 and went on to receive his PhD 
in philosophy from Harvard University in 1977. He has a long-held 
interest in social sciences and focused his studies on economic justice 
and social interactions. Before coming to the University of Michigan-
Dearborn, Chancellor Little served in various positions at universities 
across the country. He served as a professor at Colgate, Bucknell, 
Wellesley College and the University of Wisconsin-Parkside. Afterwards, 
he served in leadership positions including Associate Dean of the 
Faculty at Colgate University and most recently as Vice President for 
Academic Affairs at Bucknell University before making the move to 
Michigan.
  Chancellor Little entered his position at UM-Dearborn in July 2000 
with the passion to expand enrollment and cultivate a close campus

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culture. With his background in philosophy, Chancellor Little has had 
creative ideas that have led to the University's continued success and 
growth. Minority enrollment has increased to 26 percent, and the campus 
has open conversations with students, faculty, and visiting guests on 
how to create an inclusive campus environment. The campus has received 
awards for Little's work in building an inclusive and diverse student 
body, including honors from The Urban League of Detroit & Southeast 
Michigan, New Detroit, and the Western Wayne County NAACP. Looking 
ahead to the future, Chancellor Little hopes the University will 
continue in his legacy of building partnerships with community 
organizations, expanding the University's dorm capabilities and 
reaching students from all backgrounds. We are grateful for his 18 
years of service and look forward to seeing his positive impact on our 
Southeast Michigan community in his next role.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Chancellor 
Daniel Little for his remarkable tenure at the University of Michigan--
Dearborn. His passion and outstanding leadership have bettered the 
University for years to come.

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