[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 145 (1999), Part 20]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 29614]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



                     ASIAN-AMERICAN MEDICAL SOCIETY

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                        HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 9, 1999

  Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is my distinct pleasure to announce 
that the Asian-American Medical Society will be hosting its 23rd Annual 
Asian-American Medical Society Charity Gala on Saturday, November 13, 
1999, at the Radisson Hotel in Merrillville, Indiana. Each year, the 
Asian-American Medical Society honors prominent, extraordinary 
residents of Northwest Indiana for their contributions to the 
community. In recognition of their tremendous efforts for the 
betterment of Northwest Indiana, they are honored at a banquet and 
awarded the prestigious Crystal Globe Award. This year, four 
outstanding citizens from Northwest Indiana will be presented with the 
Crystal Globe Award for their dedication and devotion to the community.
  This year's Arts and Humanities recipient, Maestro Tsung Yeh, is one 
of the most talented citizens of Northwest Indiana. Tsung Yeh is the 
Music Director and conductor of the Northwest Indiana Symphony 
Orchestra, a position he officially began with his acclaimed debut at 
the 1997 Holiday Pops concert. This season also marks Mr. Yeh's twelfth 
highly successful season as Music Director and Conductor of the South 
Bend Symphony Orchestra, and his second season as Principal Conductor 
of the Hong Kong Sinfonietta. In July 1997, Maestro Yeh conducted at 
the reunification ceremonies in Hong Kong. Although his work and 
community service often constrains his free time, Tsung Yeh has never 
limited the time he gives to his most important interest, his family. 
He and his wife Saulan reside in Grainger, Indiana with their three 
children, Mona, Melina, and Joseph.
  Mayor Scott King is this year's Civic Leadership recipient. Scott 
King was elected Mayor of the City of Gary in 1995, and entered into 
his official capacity in January of 1996. Before becoming Mayor, King 
served as a public defender, deputy prosecutor, and assistant U.S. 
Attorney of the Northern District of Indiana. As Mayor, King serves as 
not only a respected member of the professional community, but also as 
a mentor and a community leader. He offers his services and time to 
many professional organizations and has accepted numerous appointments, 
including serving as co-chairman of the United States Conference 
Mayors' Drug Policy Taskforce.
  This year's Healthcare recipient, Dr. Mridula Prasaad, is one of the 
most caring dedicated, and selfless citizens of Indiana's First 
Congressional District. Dr. Prasaad is a Board Certified neurologist 
who has been in private practice since 1988. She offers her services 
and time to many professional organizations as the Associate Medical 
Director of the Rehabilitation Unit of Community Hospital, the 
Associate Program Director of the Multiple Sclerosis Clinic of the 
Neuroscience Institute of Methodist Hospital, and a Clinical Assistant 
Professor of Neurology at the Northwest Center for Medical Education, 
Indiana School of Medicine in Gary. She most recently became the 
Executive Director of People Helping People, a nonprofit organization 
she founded to help those with Multiple Sclerosis find assisted and 
independent living.
  Valparaiso University's President, Dr. Alan Harre is this year's 
Academic Excellence recipient. Dr. Harre became the 17th President of 
Valparaiso University in October of 1988. Before coming to Valparaiso 
University, Dr. Harre served as President of Concordia University in 
St. Paul, Minnesota. As President, Dr. Harre serves as a teacher, 
mentor, and community volunteer. He offers his services and time to 
many professional organizations including serving on the board of 
directors for numerous organizations throughout Northwest Indiana 
including the Northwest Indiana Forum, the Valparaiso Community 
Development Corporation, Munster Community Hospital, and the Quality of 
Life Council. Though Dr. Harre is dedicated to his career and 
community, he has never limited the love of his family. Dr. Harre and 
his wife Diane have three children, Andrea, Jennifer, and Eric, as well 
as four grandchildren, all of whom they are immensely proud.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and my other distinguished colleagues 
join me in congratulating the Asian-American Medical Society's 1999 
Crystal Globe Award winners. The service, dedication, and altruism 
displayed by Tsung Yeh, Mayor Scott King, Dr. Mridula Prasaad, and Dr. 
Alan Harre inspire us all to greater deeds.




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