Advisory Board: Governor Kenny Guinn, Chairman; U. S. Senators Harry Reid and John Ensign, Vice Chairmen; U. S. Representatives James Gibbons and Shelley Berkley, and Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman, Executive Directors.
U. S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao
Chairperson
Dr. Tony T. Lei
President
District Judges Mark Denton and Valorie Vega
Vice Presidents
Dr. William N. Thompson
Director of Public Administration Institution
Dr. E. Lee Bernick and Dr. G. Keong Leong
Deans of Graduate School of Business and Public Administration
Dr. Sue Fawn Chung
Director of Culture Institution
Justice of the Supreme Court William Maupin, Attorney General Brian Sandoval, and District Judge Stewart Bell, Honorary Chairmen of Clark Count District Attorney and Police Civil Commission (CCDAPCC)
District Attorney David Roger and Clark County Sheriff Bill Young
Chairmen of CCDAPCC
(702) 255-9058
*It's our pleasure to pay a tribute to the above officials who dedicate to the civic and community service spects of our organization in an honorary or adjunct capacity.

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U. S. SECRETARY OF LABOR ELAINE CHAO kicked off a National Hispanic Worker initiative with a $1.9 million grant
By Tiffany Chang

"Getting people back to work is what this Department does. Giving people hope in their future is our job."
--- Secretary Elaine L. Chao

Ms. Elaine Chao, U. S. Secretary of Labor, kicked off a National Hispanic Worker initiative with a $1.9 million grant on March 16, 2004. The grant is geared to recruit and motivate workers for Southern Nevada's gaming and hospitality industry.

U. S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao and Nevada Governor Kenny Guinn said the new program and grants are as important to employers as they are to immigrant workers at the time when they spoke at Nevada Partners headquarters in North Las Vegas.

"New York - New York President Felix Rappaport, who serves on the board of the Culinary Training Academy that will oversee the grant, said the programs will help employers recruit workers. In addition, he said the new effort will help employers better motivate employees and improve the quality of hotel service, which he called key to the gaming industry." *1

Secretary Chao said that they looked at the need of Hispanic workers to access an array of programs when U. S. President Bush took office. "We looked at clusters where we could be of great service. We started a dialogue with (HERE) President (John) Willhelm. I came here and was very impressed with the programs he had put together. And really a confluence of factors and events (led to the program and grant) we announced today," Chao said.*2

Ms. Elaine Chao, the bright executive administrator of Bush's Reign, told the audience of several hundred Culinary workers that she remembers comings to the United States at her age of eight. She could not speak any English at that time. Secretary Chao said mastering the language was key to her success as a Peace Corps volunteer, head of United Way, and government service.

"She said the new program is designed to support immigrants with the same skills, help workers advance professionally and assist employers in matching placement needs with prospective workers." *3

Governor Guinn said the new programs will help employers find workers and help the employees quality for new jobs and advancement. He told the audience that the grant recognizes the success of the effective training programs that has been practiced and enjoyed here in Nevada.

"The technology that is helping to drive our robust productivity growth is changing the way we work and the types of jobs that are available. This Administration wants to ensure that our job training programs are relevant and that workers are encouraged to continually update their skills," pointed out Secretary Elaine Chao on the "Remarks Prepared for Delivery by
U. S. Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao
for AEI Conference --- The Benefits of Increased Productivity Growth for Workers," in Washington, D. C. on Wednesday, February 25, 2004. *4

"I recently returned from a trip to Washington and Oregon and talked with workers who were graduates of community college-based job-training programs. One young man told us that he lost his job in the California high-tech industry when the bubble burst and moved back home to Oregon. He learned about a special program at his local community college that partnered with a top Fortune 500 information technology company to train workers with skills in short supply. Today, thanks to that program, he is working for that company," said the Secretary.

"His story¡Xand those of many other workers around the country¡Xis the reason why the Labor Department's number one legislative priority this year is reforming the public workforce investment system that helps train workers. The goal is to bring this program into the 21st century so workers can be trained for real jobs in the real world." *5

At the age of 19, Elaine Chao was elected as a Scholar of the U. S. White House. U. S. Labor Secretary Chao was Chairperson of Federal Air Transportation and Vice President of Bank of American Main Office. In addition, she has contributed many years of community service and charity endeavor notably, as President of United Way, President of Peace Corps, and Senior Fellow of Heritage Foundation.*6

Secretary Chao received her B. A. degree in Economics with straight A's for all her four years at the famous Mount Holyoke College in New England. She obtained her M. B. A. degree from Harvard University in 1979. She also studied at M.I.T., Dartmouth College, and Columbia University.

At the time she was nominated by President Bush as the Secretary of Labor, she told her father that she does not intend to be an "Authoritative Official". She hoped that she could contribute to our society and nation.*7

Secretary Chao has received numerous awards for her professional accomplishments and community service. She is the recipient of 21 honorary doctoral degrees from colleges and universities around the world.

Secretary Chao is married to the Assistant Majority Leader of the United States Senate, Senator Mitch McConnell of Kentucky.

"Elaine L. Chao is the nation's 24th Secretary of Labor, representing a new generation of American leadership. Since her confirmation by the United States Senate on January 29, 2001, she has been dedicated to carrying out the Department of Labor's mission of inspiring and protecting the hardworking people of America. She is respected as an effective and articulate champion of the nation's contemporary workforce, acting quickly to focus the Labor Department on the modern realities of workers' lives." *8

"When President George W. Bush nominated Elaine L. Chao, the first Asian-American woman appointed to a President's cabinet in U.S. history, he described her as an individual with “sstrong executive talent, compassion, and commitment to helping people build better lives."

According to the U. S. Department of Labor, Secretary Elaine Chao's compassionate nature stems from her own background as an immigrant to this country at the age of eight. Her family's experience transitioning to a new country, supported by one another and the kindness of friends and neighbors, taught her that encouragement is the key to fostering independence, and that Americans are naturally compassionate people. This inspired her to dedicate most of her professional life to ensuring that people have the opportunity to pursue lives of dignity and financial independence.

As Director of the Peace Corps, Ms. Elaine Chao was one of the first Americans to personally embrace the people of the former communist bloc into the family of democratic nations, establishing Peace Corps programs in the Baltic nations of Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia and the newly independent states of the former Soviet Union. Later, as President and Chief Executive Officer of United Way of America, she restored public trust and confidence after the organization was tarnished by mismanagement and financial abuse, thus preserving the nation's largest institution of private charitable giving.

The experience Ms. Elaine Chao gained at the United Way helping communities address their local needs prepared her to mobilize the Department of Labor to promote pathways to economic freedom for individuals and families working to achieve the American Dream. She describes her vision for America's workforce as “oone in which everyone can participate where jobs and opportunities are available for those leaving welfare, job training is accessible for those left behind, disability never bars a qualified person from the workplace, and where parents have an easier time balancing the responsibilities of work and home.

"Secretary Chao's previous government career includes serving as the Deputy Secretary at the U.S. Department of Transportation, Chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission, and Deputy Maritime Administrator in the U.S. Department of Transportation. She brings a wealth of business experience to the post, having worked as Vice President of Syndications at BankAmerica Capital Markets Group and a banker with Citicorp. Prior to her nomination as Secretary, she expanded her study of policy as a Distinguished Fellow at The Heritage Foundation, a Washington-based public policy research and educational institute. She was selected as a White House Fellow in 1983," states the Department.*9

Following the inspiration of the past many years of the accomplishment of Ms. Elaine Chao's contribution of humane spirit to our society, we have the persistense of Wou Shien's spirit for education here in America. If a coolie and hard woker like him could dedicate to eduction by offering all his income and life to build a school for children in his village, what should not for us to offer our efforts for our community? *10

To serve the community with wisdom and effort is the main creed of Washington Business and Technology Institute. It is our pleasure to post the Press Release from the Office of Governor Kenny Guinn on March 16, 2004 as in the following: *11

GOV. GUINN, SECRETARY OF LABOR CHAO ANNOUNCE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY INITIATIVE FOR HISPANIC WORKERS

CARSON CITY - Gov. Kenny Guinn joined U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao in announcing a major hospitality industry grant for Hispanic workers in Las Vegas on Tuesday, March 16.

Secretary Chao awarded a federal grant to the Hotel Employees and Restaurant Employees (HERE) for their Hi-Demand program. HERE is partnering with its signatory hospitality industry employers and Nevada Partners, Inc., a community-based training provider. Together, they will help prepare Hispanic workers with the skills required for opportunities in the growing hospitality industry in Las Vegas, as well as in Atlantic City, N.J.

"This is an important initiative for Southern Nevada¡¦s largest industry and for the fastest growing segment of our population," Gov. Guinn said. "Training is a critical component of any economic development strategy. We appreciate the Department of Labor's support of this project."

The Hi-Demand project has several important objectives:

*** Increase the availability of qualified, skilled workers for entry-level and higher-skilled hospitality industry positions from the growing labor pool of immigrants, new citizens and workers with limited English proficiency.

*** Eliminate language skill barriers for limited English proficient new entrants to the workforce and eliminate career ladder barriers for limited English proficient incumbent workers in the hospitality industry.

*** Enhance the workforce development system's ability to prepare limited English proficient workers to enter the workforce.

*** Provide meaningful access to federally funded assistance for people with limited English proficiency.

*** Support the development of new training partnerships to satisfy demand in other major hospitality industry markets.

The Department of Labor, in response to President George W. Bush's Presidential Advisory Commission on Educational Excellence for Hispanic Americans, has supported collaboration between employers, community colleges and the public workforce system to help Hispanic Americans build the skills required in growing industries such as the hospitality sector. The Department of Labor has encouraged the development of language and occupational skills and is working to keep Hispanic youth on an educational path that leads to rewarding careers.*12

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References

*1. Smith, Rod. 'Grant will help Hispanic hiring --- $1.9 million award will help LV hotels recruit workers,' "Las Vegas Review-Journal," (March 17, 2004), Las Vegas, Nevada: Las Vegas Review-Journal.
*2. Ibid.
*3. Ibid.
*4. Chao, Elaine. "Remarks Prepared for Delivery by U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao for AEI Conference --- The Benefits of Increased Productivity Growth for Workers," (February 25, 2004), Washington, D. C.: U. S. Department of Labor.
*5. Ibid.
*6. Chang, Tiffany. 'Kathy Augustine and Brian Sandoval honored Advisors of PPAAF,' "Nevada Examiner," (March 30 - April 4, 2002), Las Vegas, Nevada: Nevada Examiner.
*7. Ibid.
*8. Department of Labor. "About Secretary of Labor Secretary Elaine L. Chao," (March 2004), Washington, D. C.: U. S. Department of Labor.
*9. Ibid.
*10. GSBPA of WBTI. 'New Year's Message of the President,' "Newsbrief of WBTI," (January 2004), Las Vegas, Nevada: WBTI.
*11. Ofiice of the Governor. 'GOV. GUINN, SECRETARY OF LABOR CHAO ANNOUNCE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY INITIATIVE FOR HISPANIC WORKERS,' " An e-mail from the Office of Governor Kenny C. Guinn to Dr. Tony Lei," (March 16, 2004), Carson City, Nevada: Office of Governor Kenny Guinn.
*12. Ibid.

Advisory Board: Governor Kenny Guinn, Chairman; U. S. Senators Harry Reid and John Ensign, Vice Chairmen; U. S. Representatives James Gibbons and Shelley Berkley, and Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman, Executive Directors.
U. S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao
Chairperson
Dr. Tony T. Lei
President
District Judges Mark Denton and Valorie Vega
Vice Presidents
Dr. William N. Thompson
Director of Public Administration Institution
Dr. E. Lee Bernick and Dr. G. Keong Leong
Deans of Graduate School of Business and Public Administration
Dr. Sue Fawn Chung
Director of Culture Institution
Justice of the Supreme Court William Maupin, Attorney General Brian Sandoval, and District Judge Stewart Bell, Honorary Chairmen of Clark Count District Attorney and Police Civil Commission (CCDAPCC)
District Attorney David Roger and Clark County Sheriff Bill Young
Chairmen of CCDAPCC
(702) 255-9058
*It's our pleasure to pay a tribute to the above officials who dedicate to the civic and community service spects of our organization in an honorary or adjunct capacity.

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GOVERNOR KENNY GUINN of NEVADA, SECRETARY OF LABOR ELAINE CHAO of the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ANNOUNCE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY INITIATIVE FOR HISPANIC WORKERS
By Tiffany Chang

"Getting people back to work is what this Department does. Giving people hope in their future is our job."
--- Secretary Elaine L. Chao

"The technology that is helping to drive our robust productivity growth is changing the way we work and the types of jobs that are available. This Administration wants to ensure that our job training programs are relevant and that workers are encouraged to continually update their skills," pointed out Secretary Elaine Chao on the "Remarks Prepared for Delivery by
U. S. Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao
for AEI Conference --- The Benefits of Increased Productivity Growth for Workers," in Washington, D. C. on Wednesday, February 25, 2004. *1

"I recently returned from a trip to Washington and Oregon and talked with workers who were graduates of community college-based job-training programs. One young man told us that he lost his job in the California high-tech industry when the bubble burst and moved back home to Oregon. He learned about a special program at his local community college that partnered with a top Fortune 500 information technology company to train workers with skills in short supply. Today, thanks to that program, he is working for that company," said the Secretary.

"His story¡Xand those of many other workers around the country¡Xis the reason why the Labor Department¡¦s number one legislative priority this year is reforming the public workforce investment system that helps train workers. The goal is to bring this program into the 21st century so workers can be trained for real jobs in the real world." *2

At the age of 19, Elaine Chao was elected as a Scholar of the U. S. White House. U. S. Labor Secretary Chao was Chairperson of Federal Air Transportation and Vice President of Bank of American Main Office. In addition, she has contributed many years of community service and charity endeavor notably, as President of United Way, President of Peace Corps, and Senior Fellow of Heritage Foundation.*3

Secretary Chao received her B. A. degree in Economics with straight A's for all her four years at the famous Mount Holyoke College in New England. She obtained her M. B. A. degree from Harvard University in 1979. She also studied at M.I.T., Dartmouth College, and Columbia University.

At the time she was nominated by President Bush as the Secretary of Labor, she told her father that she does not intend to be an "Authoritative Official". She hoped that she could contribute to our society and nation.*4

Secretary Chao has received numerous awards for her professional accomplishments and community service. She is the recipient of 21 honorary doctoral degrees from colleges and universities around the world.

Secretary Chao is married to the Assistant Majority Leader of the United States Senate, Senator Mitch McConnell of Kentucky.

Elaine L. Chao is the nation's 24th Secretary of Labor, representing a new generation of American leadership. Since her confirmation by the United States Senate on January 29, 2001, she has been dedicated to carrying out the Department of Labor's mission of inspiring and protecting the hardworking people of America. She is respected as an effective and articulate champion of the nation's contemporary workforce, acting quickly to focus the Labor Department on the modern realities of workers' lives.*5

When President George W. Bush nominated Elaine L. Chao, the first Asian-American woman appointed to a President's cabinet in U.S. history, he described her as an individual with “sstrong executive talent, compassion, and commitment to helping people build better lives.

Secretary Chao's compassionate nature stems from her own background as an immigrant to this country at the age of eight. Her family's experience transitioning to a new country, supported by one another and the kindness of friends and neighbors, taught her that encouragement is the key to fostering independence, and that Americans are naturally compassionate people. This inspired her to dedicate most of her professional life to ensuring that people have the opportunity to pursue lives of dignity and financial independence.

As Director of the Peace Corps, she was one of the first Americans to personally embrace the people of the former communist bloc into the family of democratic nations, establishing Peace Corps programs in the Baltic nations of Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia and the newly independent states of the former Soviet Union. Later, as President and Chief Executive Officer of United Way of America, she restored public trust and confidence after the organization was tarnished by mismanagement and financial abuse, thus preserving the nation's largest institution of private charitable giving.

The experience she gained at the United Way helping communities address their local needs prepared her to mobilize the Department of Labor to promote pathways to economic freedom for individuals and families working to achieve the American Dream. She describes her vision for America's workforce as “oone in which everyone can participate where jobs and opportunities are available for those leaving welfare, job training is accessible for those left behind, disability never bars a qualified person from the workplace, and where parents have an easier time balancing the responsibilities of work and home.

Secretary Chao's previous government career includes serving as the Deputy Secretary at the U.S. Department of Transportation, Chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission, and Deputy Maritime Administrator in the U.S. Department of Transportation. She brings a wealth of business experience to the post, having worked as Vice President of Syndications at BankAmerica Capital Markets Group and a banker with Citicorp. Prior to her nomination as Secretary, she expanded her study of policy as a Distinguished Fellow at The Heritage Foundation, a Washington-based public policy research and educational institute. She was selected as a White House Fellow in 1983.*6

Following the inspiration of the past many years of the accomplishment of Ms. Elaine Chao's contribution of humane spirit to our society, we have the persistense of Wou Shien's spirit for education here in America. If a coolie and hard woker like him could dedicate to eduction by offering all his income and life to build a school for children in his village, what should not for us to offer our efforts for our community? *7

Its our pleasure to post immedeately the Press Release from the Office of Governor Kenny Guinn on March 16, 2004 as in the following: *8

GOV. GUINN, SECRETARY OF LABOR CHAO ANNOUNCE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY INITIATIVE FOR HISPANIC WORKERS

CARSON CITY - Gov. Kenny Guinn joined U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao in announcing a major hospitality industry grant for Hispanic workers in Las Vegas on Tuesday, March 16.

Secretary Chao awarded a federal grant to the Hotel Employees and Restaurant Employees (HERE) for their Hi-Demand program. HERE is partnering with its signatory hospitality industry employers and Nevada Partners, Inc., a community-based training provider. Together, they will help prepare Hispanic workers with the skills required for opportunities in the growing hospitality industry in Las Vegas, as well as in Atlantic City, N.J.

"This is an important initiative for Southern Nevada¡¦s largest industry and for the fastest growing segment of our population," Gov. Guinn said. "Training is a critical component of any economic development strategy. We appreciate the Department of Labor¡¦s support of this project."

The Hi-Demand project has several important objectives:

*** Increase the availability of qualified, skilled workers for entry-level and higher-skilled hospitality industry positions from the growing labor pool of immigrants, new citizens and workers with limited English proficiency.

*** Eliminate language skill barriers for limited English proficient new entrants to the workforce and eliminate career ladder barriers for limited English proficient incumbent workers in the hospitality industry.

*** Enhance the workforce development system's ability to prepare limited English proficient workers to enter the workforce.

*** Provide meaningful access to federally funded assistance for people with limited English proficiency.

*** Support the development of new training partnerships to satisfy demand in other major hospitality industry markets.

The Department of Labor, in response to President George W. Bush's Presidential Advisory Commission on Educational Excellence for Hispanic Americans, has supported collaboration between employers, community colleges and the public workforce system to help Hispanic Americans build the skills required in growing industries such as the hospitality sector. The Department of Labor has encouraged the development of language and occupational skills and is working to keep Hispanic youth on an educational path that leads to rewarding careers.*9

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References

*1. Chao, Elaine. "Remarks Prepared for Delivery by U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao for AEI Conference --- The Benefits of Increased Productivity Growth for Workers," (February 25, 2004), Washington, D. C.: U. S. Department of Labor.
*2. Ibid.
*3. Chang, Tiffany. 'Kathy Augustine and Brian Sandoval honored Advisors of PPAAF,' "Nevada Examiner," (March 3 - April 4, 2002), Las Vegas, Nevada: Nevada Examiner.
*4. Ibid.
*5. Department of Labor. "Resume of Secretary Elaine Chao," (March 2004), Washington, D. C.: U. S. Department of Labor.
*6. Ibid.
*7. GSBPA of WBTI. 'New Year's Message of the President,' "Newsbrief of WBTI," (January 2004), Las Vegas, Nevada: WBTI.
*8. Ofiice of the Governor. 'GOV. GUINN, SECRETARY OF LABOR CHAO ANNOUNCE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY INITIATIVE FOR HISPANIC WORKERS,' " An e-mail from the Office of Governor Kenny C. Guinn to Dr. Tony Lei," (March 16, 2004), Carson City, Nevada: Office of Governor Kenny Guinn.
*9. Ibid.

Advisory Board: Governor Kenny Guinn, Chairman; U. S. Senators Harry Reid and John Ensign, Vice Chairmen; U. S. Representatives James Gibbons and Shelley Berkley, and Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman, Executive Directors.
U. S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao
Chairperson
Dr. Tony T. Lei
President
District Judges Mark Denton and Valorie Vega
Vice Presidents
Dr. William N. Thompson
Director of Public Administration Institution
Dr. E. Lee Bernick and Dr. G. Keong Leong
Deans of Graduate School of Business and Public Administration
Dr. Sue Fawn Chung
Director of Culture Institution
Justice of the Supreme Court William Maupin, Attorney General Brian Sandoval, and District Judge Stewart Bell, Honorary Chairmen of Clark Count District Attorney and Police Civil Commission (CCDAPCC)
District Attorney David Roger and Clark County Sheriff Bill Young
Chairmen of CCDAPCC
(702) 255-9058
*It's our pleasure to pay a tribute to the above officials who dedicate to the civic and community service spects of our organization in an honorary or adjunct capacity.

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The wisdom of our happiness and success
By PAI of WBTI*1

We were told that they remember that the following words by Dr. Sun Yet Sien, the founder of the first country of republic in Asia, when they were chidren: There are three kind of people --- (1)The people who know earlier; (2)The people who know latter; and (3)The people who do not like to know at all. As for the knowledge of truth, the most important thing in this world is for any of the above people to recgnize and realize it through her or his daily life:

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A positive thinking: With love we'll be like in the heaven
By Cheryl Moss, Jessie Walsh, and Tiffany Chang

As a sincere believer of God, we found that we can even live as in the heaven in this World at the present. Whether people is living in the Heaven or in the Hell is up to her or his selection. With sincere love, you are likely to live in the Heaven. With cruel hate, you are likely live in the Hell. To fight and destroy each others for property and fame is where the place called Hell. To cooperate with each others to promote our quality of life will be the place where we people may make it as a Heaven.

Therefore, the Heaven is where the place full of love while the Hell is where the place full of hate. It is all depending on your heart to see whether you are in the Heaven or in the Hell. By using this standard, you may measure the quality or depth of yours in the Heaven or yours in the Hell.

According to the oriental (not Asian) ways of life, people would suspect the one who always find out and praise the good characters and accomplishment of others. In the
many thousand years of the past, it was one of the factor that hurt the encouragement for innovation and science development for the Asian people and countries.

After a full applause by the audience at his speech, a professor automatically spoke his mind: "The people who enthusiastically give a hand to others, will certainly one day get a lot of more applauses!"

Everytime when he was encouraged and praised by an individual, Dr. Tony Lei used to remind: "The one who knows how to praise other people, is the one herself or himself having certainly lots of more goodness which are worth for us to praise for!"

"I agree with Judge Valorie Vega's idea to be honored as a Fellow of the Public Administration Institution (PAI) of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI). She wrote: 'It will undoubtedly provide me with avenuess for exploring improvements in public services to which I am most dedicated.' I'm glad also to share the similar position as its faculty member--- Obligatory Legal Counselor of Pan Pacific and Asian American Forum (PPAAF).

"It's significant. Dr. Tony Lei told me that for community service --- that based on 'love in action is service above self' --- the abundanct reward from one's humune love, spiritual excellence, and professionalism of expert are far more greater than solely his or her title," said Jackie Glass, Esq. on April 18, 2002. Jackie is now a famous District Judge of Nevada.*2

People asked another professor whether his speech was wonderful or not. He felt that sometime it was wonderful but sometime not. It all depended on luck. "Only if I've wonderful audience, my speech would be definitely wonderful!" he said.

"It's my good experience, like Senator John Ensign's, to be introduced by Dr. Tony Lei to deliver a speech to our Nevadan seniors in the election year of 2000. I'm glad to have a friend like Tony who can merge the modern scientific methodology of management philosophy with the humane spirit and charitable love to the value and belief of the religion. Intelectuals like Nancy Becker, I, Michelle Leavitt, Jessie Walsh, Lisa Brown, Cheryl Moss, Cedric Kerns, Besty Kolkoski, Ann Zimmerman, Natalie Tyrrell, among others in joing with this idea all won in the last election with highest votes within the juridical area. To add to the list including Dr. William Thompson, Dina Titus, and Mark Denton, they are all excellent faculty members of the Public Administraton Institution (PAI) of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI)," said District Court Judge Valorie Vega on the event and dinner party held by Asian American Community on April 19, 2002 at the Harbor Palace Seafood Chinese Restaurant in Las Vegas.*3

On May 17, 2002, a dinner party was held by Asian American Community for a special tribute to Las Vegas Municipal Court Judge Michelle Leavitt and Justice of Peace Jennifer Togliatti. It was at the Harbor Palace Chinese Restaurant in China Town, Las Vegas. Kenote Speakers were Michelle and Jennifer. Guest of Honor was District Court (family) Judge Cythia Dianne Steel. Dr. Tony Lei, Chairman of Chinese American Academic Association of Nevada (CAAAN) and President of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI), and Dr. R. D. Prabhu, Chairperson of CAN-DO were Chairmen of the Event and Dinner Party. Hosts were: David Amebury, Steve Kwon, Tonnie Sison, Mike and Rita Vaswani, among others.

Michelle Leavitt and Jennifer Togliatti are both of them District Jdges of Nevada now.

To pay a special tribute to the high ranking officials with Event and Dinner Party by united the Asian American communities in Nevada has been one of the community service by Washington Business and Technology Institute since its establishment on January 8, 1996. We enjoy the happiness and peace through the mutual cooperation and understanding among the people and government. Our participation and contribution to the community service continuously for many years with wisdom and effort has won the recognition by the mainstream of Nevada.

"In this generation and society, we need economic growth, but we need also growth in rich ideals, in justice and compassion, in service above self, and in action of love and moral courage. There are two princeples at the heart of the positive thinking road map: (1) the first principle is the truth in thinking. (2) The second principle is the 12 positive thinking traits," said Dr. Tony Lei.

"The following are 12 traits that charaterize a positive thinker: Optimism. Enthusiam, Belief, Intelligence, Courage, Integrity, Confidence, Judgement, Persistence, Liveliness, Vision, and Desire to excel. Each trait, when leveraged properly, produces powerful results to achieve our goals. These traits, when diligently and wisely applied together with the truh in thinking, allow us to ovecome obtacles and challenges in a positive manner in our lives for accomplishment."

"Develop a clear vision of our prefered future, then get forcused on key activities and efforts that take us in that direction. We shall see performance gains, achieve our goals, and have a happier and more successful life. By persuing our own personal strategic plans with love and service, we will increase our energies, motivations, satisfactions, happiness, and the worthy value of live," Dr. Tony Lei pointed out.

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Believe and Praise Our Lord and We Shall Succeed
By Tiffany Chang

"You have heard that it was said, 'eye for eye, and mouth for mouth.' But I tell you, Do not resist an evil person. If....." Mathew 5:38-39 "For if you forgive men when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you." Mathew 6:14

Life is short, and love by God is eternity. As in our Christian belief and value world, we have enjoyed peace and happiness in surrendering all the peak glory to our beloved teacher and God, Jesus. To hate an enemy hurts one's health, let along to bring problems. Man can not fulfil his attemp by lying the facts. People may not see what you did the evil thing, but to God He knows it obviously. On the other hand, when we forgive our enemy even in secrecy, God knows it also. Reward is from our God to the people who believe Him and follow Him to love our friends and to forgive our enemies. "But I tell you that men will have to give account on the day of judgement for every careless word they have spoken. For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned." Matthew 12:36-37

I believe God. I love God. And I trust God. Praise God that I have advanced knowledge and talents on my endeavor through the good education of American MBA and doctorate degrees. It is not a funny thing to work for a peak accomplishment with both academic excellence and Christian value through humane endeavors in this World. I work hard. I build. I never attack other people. I like people. I especially like good people. I serve (our friends and community) above self.*4 "Therefore, everyone who hear these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house, yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock." Matthew 7:24-25

"The one who sowed the good seed is the Son of Man. The field is the world, and the good seed stands for the sons of the kingdom. The weeds are the sons of the evil one, and the enemy who sows them is the devil. The harvest is the end of the age, and the harvesers are angels." Matthew 13:37-39

To kill a mocking bird is not at all necessarilly. Why we need to attack someone who is so happy with our people by just having a 'cup of coffee' in serving others above self? We need more people to praise every good thing. We need also more people to praise every good leader. By this way we are really praising our God. It is because all these good things and peoples are created by God!

"'Master,' said John, 'we saw a man driving out demons in your name and we tried to stop him, because he is not one of us.' 'Do not stop him,' Jesus said, 'for whoever is not against you is for you.' " Luke 9:49-50 If a man worked for community service and God by using your name, why you need to stop him immedeately? In God we trust! "Do not answer a fool according to his folly, or you will be like him yourself. Answer a fool according to his folly, or he will be wise in his own eyes." Proverbs 26:4-5 In another case, if someone struke down your devil for you and for most of our people in your name, do you need to stop him? In God we trust!

"Therefore every teacher of the law who has been instructed about the kingdom of heaven is like the owner of a house who brings out of his storeroom new treasures as well as old." Matthew 13:52 I am humble. Everything is decided by God. I read Bible every day. I believe the Bible. I love my greatest teacher and truth--Jesus Christ. I am one of the persons who glorify and thank the Almighty. I believe that we trust God will be with those who honor Him. Without Him, I am nothing, let alone to forgive our enemies!
In our same community, love makes everything better. It is very easy to find how happy are those birds in my backyard. I believe that it is because they do not hate. How beautiful it is if we are all joyful as some individuals among lots of them! "Glory to God in the highest. Peace and good tidings to earth." * ( *Tell Me the Story of Jesus by Fanny Crosby and John Sweney from Soul Stirring Songs & Hymns. ) United we stand, devided we fall. Together we can GROW (Go Rich Our World). The columnist wish grace, mercy, peace through JESUS CHRIST our Lord. The bless of God will be with you all! *5

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References

*1. PAI of WBTI is the initials of Public Administration Institutin (PAI) of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI).
*2. Moss, Cheryl; Walsh, Jessie; and Chang, Tiffany. 'A positive thinking: With love we'll be like in the Heaven," "Nevada Examiner," (2002), Las Vegas, Nevada: Nevada Examiner.
*3. Ibid.
*4. Chang, Tiffany. 'Believe and Praise Our Lord and We Shall Succeed,' "Nevada Examiner," (2001), Las Vegas, Nevada: Nevada Examiner.
*5. Ibid.

Advisory Board: Governor Kenny Guinn, Chairman; U. S. Senators Harry Reid and John Ensign, Vice Chairmen; U. S. Representatives James Gibbons and Shelley Berkley, and Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman, Executive Directors.
U. S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao
Chairperson
Dr. Tony T. Lei
President
District Judges Mark Denton and Valorie Vega
Vice Presidents
Dr. William N. Thompson
Director of Public Administration Institution
Dr. E. Lee Bernick and Dr. G. Keong Leong
Deans of Graduate School of Business and Public Administration
Dr. Sue Fawn Chung
Director of Culture Institution
Justice of the Supreme Court William Maupin, Attorney General Brian Sandoval, and District Judge Stewart Bell, Honorary Chairmen of Clark Count District Attorney and Police Civil Commission (CCDAPCC)
District Attorney David Roger and Clark County Sheriff Bill Young
Chairmen of CCDAPCC
(702) 255-9058
*It's our pleasure to pay a tribute to the above officials who dedicate to the civic and community service spects of our organization in an honorary or adjunct capacity.

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Washington Business and Technology Institute helps encourage and promote the educational, tourism, and business development of Nevada
By Mark Denton, Valorie Vega, and Tiffany Chang

Dr. Linda Livingstone had been the Dean of Graziadia School of Business and Management of Pepperdine University since June 1, 2002. She received her B.S., M.B.A., and Ph.D. from Oklahoma State University. Dr. Livingstone would bring an international perspective to Pepperdine University. She had helped develop and teach courses in an MBA program in Jinan, China.*1

At the time of Dr. Linvingstone's appointment, Dr. Tony Lei, President of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI), wished her endeavor to lead the Graziadio School into this millennium with academic excellence, practicality expertise, and spiritual values. A special program of MBA/PKE designed for presidents and key executives internationally is in ugent need for the cooperation of the Graziadio School of Business and Management of Pepperdine University and the Graduate School of Business and Public Administration of WBTI. "The spirit of both innovation and pioneers has motivated America to be a leading and prosperous country in the world. As an integrative academic program of the professional education directed to substantial gains in executive competence, modern technology, innovative knowledge, and spirit of entrepreneurship; an unique feature of one week workshop in Las Vegas for the cooperated MBA/PKE Program should be designed for the Chinese speaking business executives and owners of the international world mainly from China, Malaysia, Singapore, and Taiwan," said Dr. Tony Lei.*2

"On December 3, 2003, Drs. Mark R. Denton and Valorie J. Vega were appointed Vice Presidents of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI) by our President Dr. Tony Lei. This has been arranged appropriately in meeting the need of retirement of our previous Vice Presidents Drs. Sherman Wu and Robert Ni," Dr. John Wang, Spokesman of WBTI, announced on December 5, 2003 in Las Vegas, Nevada, U. S. A..

Mark R. Denton received his law degree from Georgetown University Law Center in Washington, D.C. in 1976. He was raised in Boulder City and graduated from Boulder High School in 1969. In 1973, Mark graduate with disinction from the University of Nevada, Reno. He completed ROTC and received a commission in the U.S. Army as reserve officer. While in college, Mark spent his junior year in Paris, France through an affiliate of UNR at the Universite de Paris.

Prior to his appointment to the bench on August 19, 1998, Mark had extensive judicial experience. He served as municipal court judge in Boulder City for seven years. He was an arbitrator under the Court Annexed Arbitration Program of the Eighth Judicial District Court since its inception in 1992. He was an alternate Juvenile Court Referee and a Nevada Supreme Court settlement Judge. Currently sits as a civil judge on the Eighth Judicial District Court, Mark has been re-elected in the general election of November 5, 2002.*3 Vice President Mark Denton and his wife 27 years, Alice, have four children: Leslie Marie, 24, Marianne Yvette, 20, Jacqueline, 16, and Patrick, 11.

Valorie J. Vega is a holder of Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Southern California's Law Center. She received a Bechelor of Arts degree from CSU Northridge. She received her graduate studies certificate in International/Translation from UC Santa Barbara.

Vice President Valorie Vega was appointed on February 21, 1999 by Governor Kenny Guinn then had her winning as District Judge of Nevada on May 15, 2000. She has over a dozen years of experience as a jurist prior to which time she practiced in both criminial and civil law arenas. She was appointed to Municipal Court in 1989 and was retained and re-elected by the voters until her resignation in 1999 to accept the District Court appointment. She is a former Clark County Deputy District Attorney from 1984 through 1989, procecuting felony cases, and was instrumental in implementing the office's first Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Team.

Disrict Judge Vega is involved in her profession and community. She is a Board Member of the Consumer Credit Counseling Services of Southern Nevada as well as the Latin Chamber of Commerce and the Latino Bar Association. She is a member of the American Judges Association, the Nevada District Court Judges Association, the Nevada Supreme Court's Committees on Public Trust and Confidence, Hispanics in Politics, among others. Valorie was honored with the 1992 "Women of Achievement Award" from Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce and recognized by the Latin Chamber of Commerce as the "Hispanic of the Year" in 1995.*4 Vice President Valorie Vega is married, has one child and has been a resident of Southern Nevada since 1978.*5

"We're pleased to have the interest of Judges Mark Denton and Valorie Vega in offering their calibers whose integrity, knowledge, and experience brought to the Institute an professional and judicial perspective," pointed out President Dr. Tony Lei of WBTI. "Throughout their distinguished careers, they have accomplished a great deal of judicial practices and earned a good reputation as two of the conscientious and dedicated professionals in Nevada."

A celebration Dinner Party was held by President Dr. Tony Lei of WBTI to welcome Drs. Mark Denton and Valorie Vega as Vice Presidents of the Institute on December 8, 2003 at the Steak House of Binion's Horseshoe Club in Las Vegas. "Washington Business and Technology Institute has contributed already very much to help improve the quality of life of all our residents and visitors of Nevada since its establishment on January 8, 1996. As one of the Vice President of this Institute, I'm challenged to integrate my best knowledge and professionalism for its development and prosperity . I'm very appreciative to have this position appointed by Dr. Tony Lei, since it will undoubtedly provide me with avenues for exploring improvements in public and community services to which I'm most dedicated. Encouraged by the steadily increasing value of the faculty and advisory members of WBTI, we need to put more efforts and wisdom into realizing the affirmation and creed of this Institute for our people, community, and country," said Dr. Valorie Vega excitedly in the celebration Party at the 26th floor of the Club with a vivid bird's-eye view of the splendid and elegant night scene of Las Vegas.

The present organization of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI) has been featured for the desire to excel by the outstanding professionals of the followings: Governor Kenny Guinn, Chairman; U. S. Senators Harry Reid and John Ensign, Vice Chairmen; U. S. Representatives James Gibbons and Shelley Berkley, and Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman, Executive Directors of the Advisory Board. U. S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao, Chairperson; Dr. Tony T. Lei, President; District Judges Drs. Mark R. Denton and Valorie J. Vega, Vice Presidents; Dr. William N. Thompson, Director of Public Administration Institution, Drs. E. Lee Bernick and G. Keong Leong, Deans of Graduate School of Business and Public Administration; Dr. Sue Fawn Chung, Director of Culture Institution; Justice of the Supreme Court William Maupin, Attorney General Brian Sandoval, and District Judge Stewart Bell, Honorary Chairmen of Clark County District Attorney and Police Civil Commission (CCDAPCC); District Attorney David Roger and Clark County Sheriff Bill Young, Chairmen of CCDAPCC.*6

The above list of leaders and officers of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI) was announced and installed by Judge Mark Denton, District Judge of Nevada, at the Dinner Party held by WBTI at the Binion's Horseshoe Club on December 8, 2003 in Las Vegas.

"It's very impressive and elegant! By beeing the vistor's number at #46,002 of the WBTI website, I recognize what John Keats said about 'A thing of beauty is a joy forever.' The WBTI website is brought to you by 'Las Vegas Review-Journal' through http://communitylink.reviewjournal.com/lvrj/wbti," said Judge Valorie Vaga, District Judge of Nevada, on January 14, 2004 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

"I'm glad to be an Advisor of Pan Pacific and Asian American Forum, where Governor Kenny Guinn is Chairman and Bud Cranor is Executive Director. We all endeavor to promote the quality of life of all our Nevadan residents and visitors," said Brian Sandoval on March 8, 2002 at the Event and Dinner Party held by the Asian American Community. Brian is now Attorney General of Nevada and Honorary Chairman of CCDAPCC.

"Freedom, democracy, and Justice have consitituted a legacy that we should keep, not because it is a legacy, but becuase it is right and just. It has made United States of America the freest and most prosperous country in history. It's our responsibility to join the effort together in making Nevada one of the peaceful, happy, and prosperous state of America through the cooperation and development of education, tourism, and investment wih our foreign countries. My endeavor is to make our security of Sothern Nevada in sure and justice," said Sheriff Bill Young at the Event and Party held by WBTI on September 17, 2003 in Las Vegas.

"To encourage the cooperation and development of English and Chinese speaking countries with Nevada has been particularly important to our country at this critical period of time. The estabishment of GSPA will launch our effort that emphasizes the value of humane and administrative orientation. The creed of this School is both on the spirit of educational excellence and academic entrepreneuship. We're forecasting the smooth and efficient growth of this School together with the growth of the tourism industry and the economy of Nevada and America after 911 and SARS," Dr. E. Lee Bernick, Dean of GSBPA and Professor & Chair of the Public Administration Department of UNLV said at the Summer 2003 Symposium and Dinner Party held by WBTI at the Zax Restaurant of Golden Nugget Casino and Hotel in Las Vegas on May 19, 2003.

"Asian Pacific American have made profound contributions to American life, including the arts, economy, education, science, technology, politics, and sport. This community was here to help build trascontinental railroad, to serve in the Civil War, and to develop the latest Internet technology. I'm pleased to assure all you leaders of the community here today that I'll continue working to preserve and advance the heritage and value of Asian Americans. I'll put my effort to reach out and address issues of importance to the Asian American community, including the economy, education, safety, racial profiling, and hate crime, and immigration, among others. I'd like also to show my appreciation of all your accomplishments and contributions to the American way of life and your oustanding participation in the political, business , and educational processes. It's my pleasure to accept the honor as Professor of Administrative Strategies of the Graduate School of Business and Public Administration of Washington Business and Technology Institute," said Harry Reid, U. S. Senator and Assistant Democratic Leader of the Senate at Asian American Leaders Tea with United States Senator Harry Reid on May 31, 2003 at Korean Garden B. B. Q. House in Las Vegas.*7

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References

*1. Chang, Tiffany. 'Educating executives is a core competency of the Graziadio School of Pepperdine University,' "Newsbrief of WBTI," (March 2004), Las Vegas, Nevada: WBTI.
*2. Ibid.
*3. Vega, Valorie; Young, Bill; and Chang, Tiffany. 'Mark Denton appointed Adjunct Associate Professor of the Graduate School of Business and Public Administration by WBTI,' "Newsbrief of WBTI," (September 26, 2003), p. 1.
*4. Chang, Tiffany. 'District Judge Valorie Vega honored as a Fellow of WBTI,' "Nevada Examiner," (June 9, 2000), Las Vegas, Nevada.
*5. Secretary of Judge Valorie Vega. 'Biography of Valorie J. Vega,' "Fax to Dr. Tony Lei from the Office of District Judge Valorie Vega," (December, 2003), p. 1, Las Vegas, Nevada.
*6. Reid, Rory; Denton, Mark; and Chang, Tiffany. 'Effort and Cooperation will bring us a peaceful, happy, and prosperous community,' "Newsbrief of WBTI," (September 19, 2003), p. 1.
*7. Reid, Rory; Moss, Cheryl; and Chang, Tiffany. 'Summer 2003 Symposium of WBTI is remarkable,' "Nevada Examiner," (June 2003), Las Vegas, Nevada: Nevada Examiner.

Advisory Board: Governor Kenny Guinn, Chairman; U. S. Senators Harry Reid and John Ensign, Vice Chairmen; U. S. Representatives James Gibbons and Shelley Berkley, and Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman, Executive Directors.
U. S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao
Chairperson
Dr. Tony T. Lei
President
District Judges Mark Denton and Valorie Vega
Vice Presidents
Dr. William N. Thompson
Director of Public Administration Institution
Dr. E. Lee Bernick and Dr. G. Keong Leong
Deans of Graduate School of Business and Public Administration
Dr. Sue Fawn Chung
Director of Culture Institution
Justice of the Supreme Court William Maupin, Attorney General Brian Sandoval, and District Judge Stewart Bell, Honorary Chairmen of Clark Count District Attorney and Police Civil Commission (CCDAPCC)
District Attorney David Roger and Clark County Sheriff Bill Young
Chairmen of CCDAPCC
(702) 255-9058
*It's our pleasure to pay a tribute to the above officials who dedicate to the civic and community service spects of our organization in an honorary or adjunct capacity.

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To monitor the refined petroleum products market
By GSBPA of WBTI*1

On March 12, 2004, Kenny Guinn, Governor of Nevada, joined in a request by members of Nevada's congressional delegation for a Federal Trade Commission review of skyrocketing gasoline prices.

"Guinn said he backed the request by U. S. Senator Harry Reid, D-Nev., and Rep. Shelley Berkley, D-Nev., for FTC monitoring of the petroleum products market in Nevada. California and Arizona." *2

"The state wide average for a gallon of self-serve regular unleaded hit a record $2.o7 this week in Nevada. It was 35 cents higher than the current national average reported this month, AAA Nevada said." *3

The following post for the Office of Governor is a service of our assistance to Governor Kenny Guinn's concern about the living expenses of the people of Nevada: *4

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 12, 2004 Contact Greg Bortolin or John Trent
775-684-5670
Gov. guinn joins congressional delegation in requesting

federal monitoring of gasoline prices

CARSON CITY - Gov. Kenny Guinn today joined Sen. Harry Reid and Rep. Shelley Berkley from Nevada in requesting that the Federal Trade Commission monitor the refined petroleum products market in the states of Nevada, California and Arizona.

The following letter was issued today to Timothy J. Muris, chairman of the Federal Trade Commission:

Dear Chairman Muris:

We are greatly concerned that the market for refined petroleum products in Nevada, California and Arizona is structurally imperfect. The current market situation exposes our citizens to periodic price spikes that provide windfall revenues for some refiners without a promise for improved supply of these products for consumers. In light of this situation, we request that the Federal Trade Commission establish an ongoing, systematic, and contemporaneous review of the refined petroleum products market in these western states to ensure that the market is not being manipulated.

The western market for refined petroleum products is comprised of a few (currently, 13) refineries that are operated at very high capacity factors. When petroleum supply shocks occur, such as a refinery fire or a maintenance problem, prices increase sharply because demand very quickly exceeds supply. In functional markets the excess profits that result accrue to the operating refineries and are used to increase future supply - new refineries - so that subsequent shocks are mitigated. For a number of reasons, no new refineries have been built in California in more than two decades and many have been closed down. Under these conditions, the excess profits are simply retained by the operating refineries without the free market benefit of an increase in supply.

As pointed out by our colleague Senator Reid, this type of constrained market is highly susceptible to short-term manipulation. Our concern should surprise no one; Nevada consumers were severely harmed during the "California" electricity crisis when electricity wholesalers withheld supply at critical times, claiming unexpected repairs were needed for generators they controlled. Given the infirmity of the market for refined products, the history of price spikes and the windfall profit potential, we are unwilling to accept unsubstantiated representations by the refiners that the market is operating fairly.

Our request for ongoing monitoring of this flawed market will put in place the capability to act swiftly in the event of illegal activity. This deals with our immediate concerns. Our long-term aim is both to facilitate an increase in the supply of refined products and to decrease the demand for them. This we must do in concert with our neighboring states. In fact, some of that effort is already underway. The ultimate set of solutions will undoubtedly require a number of years to implement. During this period continuous monitoring by your agency, empowered with enforcement authority, will be essential to restoration of normal free market protections for Nevada consumers.

We recognize that this is an unusual request. It is typically our practice in the United States to allow markets to ¡§regulate¡¨ prices. But it is simply not prudent for Nevadans to rely on this imperfect market that promises only more frequent and more painful price spikes. As noted above, reliance on a similarly flawed electricity market cost our residents and businesses an estimated one billion dollars over two years. We simply cannot afford to risk our economic future under such unfavorable circumstances.*5

Office of the Governor Media Contact:
101 North Carson Street Dick Burdette
Carson City, NV 89701 Governor¡¦s Energy Advisor
Fax: 775-684-7198 775-684-5677

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References

*1. GSBPA of WBTI is the initials of the Graduate School of Business and Public Administration (GSBPA) of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI).
*2. Business in Brief. 'Guinn joins in seeking gasoline price probe,' "Las Vegas Review-Journal," Las Vegas, Nevada: Las vegas Review-Journal.
*3. Ibid.
*4. Ofiice of the Governor. 'Gov. Guinn joins congressional delegation in requesting
federal monitoring of gasoline prices,' " An e-mail from the Office of Governor Kenny C. Guinn to Dr. Tony Lei," (March 12, 2004), Carson City, Nevada: Office of Governor Kenny Guinn.
*5. Ibid.

Advisory Board: Governor Kenny Guinn, Chairman; U. S. Senators Harry Reid and John Ensign, Vice Chairmen; U. S. Representatives James Gibbons and Shelley Berkley, and Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman, Executive Directors.
U. S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao
Chairperson
Dr. Tony T. Lei
President
District Judges Mark Denton and Valorie Vega
Vice Presidents
Dr. William N. Thompson
Director of Public Administration Institution
Dr. E. Lee Bernick and Dr. G. Keong Leong
Deans of Graduate School of Business and Public Administration
Dr. Sue Fawn Chung
Director of Culture Institution
Justice of the Supreme Court William Maupin, Attorney General Brian Sandoval, and District Judge Stewart Bell, Honorary Chairmen of Clark Count District Attorney and Police Civil Commission (CCDAPCC)
District Attorney David Roger and Clark County Sheriff Bill Young
Chairmen of CCDAPCC
(702) 255-9058
*It's our pleasure to pay a tribute to the above officials who dedicate to the civic and community service spects of our organization in an honorary or adjunct capacity.

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As Governor, Mike O'Callaghan left a legacy as one of the most popular figures in our state history of Nevada, U. S. A. ---
A true American patriot and hero who fought for the poor and the disenfranchised
By Tiffany Chang

Lined with political and judicial dignitaries on the Thursday's funeral services for Mike O'Callaghan at March 11, 2004, but there's no doubt the former Governor of Nevada O'Callaghan would have been elated to know that a hard-luck veteran like Norm had taken time to bid him farewell. Before the start of the service, Norm came into the crowded Shrine of the Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Church on crutches and took a seat.

"Norm was homeless when he first met O'Callaghan in the late 1980s. Now 79 years old, the World War II veteran never forgot his encounter on the street with the generous and caring former Nevada governor. Although O'Callaghan had been a war hero and hugely popular politician, he was known to the needy in Southern Nevada as one of a handful of nearly anonymous volunteers who, rain or shine, poured coffee and handed out doughnuts," wrote John Smith at his column.*1

"While U.S. Sen. Harry Reid led a heart-felt lineup of eulogists who included each of O'Callaghan's grown children, the church also held hundreds of others who'd also been touched by the bear-sized Irishman with the big grin and seemingly boundless capacity for caring. Homeless advocate linda Lera-Randle El sat beside Norm and couldn't help smiling at the thought the funeral had drawn such a broad spectrum of humanity to say goodbye to the people's governor." *2

Tom Daschle, Senae Democratic Leader, remembers O'Callaghan at the Senate in Washington, D. C.. One day after thousands of Nevadans paid their respects to former Gov. Mike O’Callaghan in Las Vegas, Daschle praised O'Callaghan on the Senate floor Friday. Daschle called Mike O'Callaghan "a true American Patriot and Hero --- who “ffought for the poor and the disenfranchised....each and every day of his life." *3

"Pepperdine University affirms
........
That truth, having nothing to fear from investigation, should be pursued relentlessly in every discipline
.........
That knowledge calls, ultimately, for a life of service." *4

Mike O'Callaghan, former Governor of Nevada, U. S. A. died February 6, 2004 at age 74. "To the end Las Vegas Sun Chairman Mike O'Callaghan's desk was awash in a sea of paperwork that covered every square inch od space." *5

"Teacher, boxer, Korean War hero, newspaperman, humanitarian and the most popular governor in state history: Nevadans remembered Mike O'Callaghan." *6

"Whether it was on the battlefield, in the boxing ring or in the political arena, anyone who tangled with Mike O'Callaghan never came away unscathed. He was a born fighter, the caliber of charater worthy of the pen of jack London and Earnest Heimingway." *7

"It's difficult to think of Nevada --- or the Las Vegas Sun --- without Mike O'Callaghan, but we are comforted by the knowledge that his spirit of giving and compassion will live on through the many thousands of lives he touched.' *8

"It goes well beyond what O'Callaghan did as a two-term governor --- proving incomparable help for seniors and consumers, increasing rights and representations for minorities and moving the state's educational system forward. O'Callaghan slowed down not a bit after his public life ended, traveling the world to advocate and fight for people, from Misito Indians in Nicaragua to the citizens of Israel." *9

"His door was always open. 'Gov. Mike' O'Callaghan welcome any reporter -- current, past, prospective -- into his office. ... When your door is alwas open, the world comes in. And Gov. Mike never turned it away." *10

"Former Governor Mike O'Callaghan, who passed away Friday morning, has been an inspiration to me since I was 15 years old." *8 "Mike was my teacher in school, but didn't just teach me things out of a book -- he also taught me how to finght, and how to stand up for what I believe. I will miss him, and Nevada will miss him," pointed out U. S. Senator Harry Reid at his Whip Round Up.*11

"I'm around people who think they're important. Here was a man who was important, and he always treated you with warmth and dignity and never pulled rank," said Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman.*13

"Mike always directed his efforts toward the people who needed help. His reward was knowing that he did the right thing," said Brian Greenspun, Las Vegas Sun editor and President.*14

"As governor, he wasn't afraid of the media. Nor was he afraid to speak his mind," wrote Jane Ann Morrison.*15

"That's who Mike O'Callaghan was. He knew people by name, by who they were and by what made them tick. He never cared much for what they did or how successful they were, only that they were good parents or good children. And he didn't judge. He just understood." * 16

""I'LL NEVER understand how life can be so unfair at times -- why we have to lose people we love, people who mean so much o us.... How could you not love a man who gave so much of himself to so many people and asked for nothing inreturn?" *17

"Berkley was a college student in 1972.... Mike told me...Not knowing the young woman at all, Weinberger handed Berkley a chek. 'To tell you the impact that made in my life, there's no way I could ever repay Mike O'Callaghan for that,' said U. S. Congresswoman Shelley Berkley." *18

Mike O'Callaghan was born in September 10. 1929. His education included: (1) B. S., M. Ed. D., University of Idaho, 1956. (2) Post-grade work, Georgetown University, Claremont Graduate School in Economics, Colorado State and University of Nevada, Las Vegas. (3) University of Idaho Hall of Fame, St. Martin's College, Martin of Tours Model, six honorary doctorates.*19

A selection of awards and honors for Mike included; (1) Bronze Star with V for valor. (2) Silver star. (3) Nevada Judges Association Award, 1989. (4) First Place 1994 International Communications Service Award by the Republic of China. (5) David L. Simon Bridge Builder for Peace Award, presented by the Jewish Federation of Las Vegas, 2004.*20 (6) Memorial Fellow of Public Administration, honored by the Public Administration Institution (PAI) of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI) on March 7, 2004.

"We're deeply sorry that we lost a hero of righteousness for our Asian American friends in Nevada. This brings to my mind the urgency of our times in this Silver State. We note the vanishing of many heroes that built the world of Nevada since the last few years. We recognize that the best way to honor those who have gone before us is to rise up and find the greatness in our own lives, the strength of charater, the vision and courage, the determination and selflessness to address the challenges that still lay before us," said Dr. Tony Lei, President of WBTI, on March 7, 2004 in Las Vegas.

"I knew that I had a friend and could speak freely with him. Mike O'Callaghan set a standard in this office that i have always worked to maintain. I lost a friend and a role model," said Governor Kenny Guinn of Nevada, U. S. A.*21

The following is the most recent post by us for the Office of Governor Kenny Guinn:*22

For Immediate Release: March 5, 2004

Print Version (Word) Contact: Greg Bortolin or John Trent
775-684-5670

GOV. GUINN STATEMENT ON GOV. MIKE O'CALLAGHAN

CARSON CITY - Gov. Kenny Guinn issued the following statement today on the passing of former Gov. Mike O'Callaghan.

"Nevada lost a treasure today. I lost a friend and a role model. As a veteran, he demonstrated how to proceed in life despite the loss of a limb. As a teacher in Henderson he influenced a generation of students. As Governor, he left a legacy as one of the most popular figures in our state's history, tackling such tough issues as the welfare of disadvantaged children, the preservation of Lake Tahoe and affordable housing in Las Vegas. As the editor of the Las Vegas Sun, he served not only as an important voice in Nevada, but also acted as its conscience. As a devoted husband and father, he took great pride in the accomplishments of his children and grandchildren.

"As Superintendent of the Clark County School District, I could expect early morning telephone calls from Governor O'Callaghan. But more importantly, I knew that I had a friend and could speak freely with him. Mike O'Callaghan set a standard in this office that I have always worked to maintain.

"On behalf of the people of Nevada, Dema and I send our deepest condolences to the former First Lady, Carolyn, their children and grandchildren." *23

U. S. Senator Harry Reid served as the former Governor of Nevada Mike O'Callaghan's Lieutenant Governor. On March 11, 2004, Harry addressed a crowd of 2,000 at the memorial service for O'Callaghan.

He told the crowd that Mike was a close friend and trusted adviser for decades. "If you were doing your best, it was good enough for Mike. If you were right and fighting for it, Mike was by your side,' Harry told the crowd with tears in his eyes. "What more could someone ask for in a father figure than Mike O'Callaghan?" *24

We have the the "Whip Round Up" post here soon after we received the E-mail and Fax of it from the Office of Senator Harry Reid in Washington, D. C. this afternoon on March 12, 2004: *25

"Reid for Nevada"

Reid Works to Reduce Youth Suicide

*Senator Harry Reid introduced bipartisan legislation to prevent youth suicide. The bill would provide grants to develop early intervention and prevention programs in communities. Nevada has one of the highest suicide rates in the nation.

American Legion Honors Reid

*Recognizing his hard work on behalf of veterans, especially his fight to end the ban on concurrent receipt of retirement pay and disability benefits, the American Legion named Senator Reid one of its “U"Unsung Heroes" of the 108th Congress.

Working with Nevadans

*Nevada members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars visited with Senator Reid.

*In Washington D.C. for their annual conference, representatives from the Nevada League of Cities met with Senator Reid to discuss issues affecting communities across the Silver State.

Reid To Hold Hearing On Yucca Mountain Silica Exposure

*Senator Reid will be working in Nevada next week during the Senate recess. He will meet with senior citizens, PTA members, African American leaders and other groups, and will hold a hearing to investigate the exposure of workers at Yucca Mountain to toxic silica dust.

Senator Reid meets with members of Nevada VFW chapters, who discussed plans for a new Veterans Affairs hospital in Las Vegas, full funding for veterans health care, and the possibility of a new clinic for veterans in Elko.

"Week in Review"

Senate Approves Budget Resolution -
After a long day Thursday, the Senate early Friday morning approved a $2.4 trillion budget resolution for FY 2005 that would increase homeland security and military spending. The Republican majority defeated a series of Democratic amendments that would have added funding for veterans health care, law enforcement and education, by rolling back a portion of the tax cuts for people who make over $1 million a year and closing corporate tax loopholes.

Democrats did succeed in adding a “pay as you go?amendment to the budget, requiring that any future tax cuts be offset by reduced spending or other sources of revenue. Exceptions could be made only with a 60-vote majority. House Republican leaders have threatened to kill the “pay as you go?measure, however.

Tax Bill Tackles Outsourcing- A corporate tax bill
Support Builds for Drug Reimportation -
A move to allow reimportation of prescription drugs from Canada gained support last week. Senator Trent Lott (R-MS) said he can no longer justify voting against reimportation when prescriptions in Canada cost roughly half their price in the United States. And Mark McClellan, whom President Bush has nominated to head the Medicare program, promised to work with Senate leaders on the issue. Senator Reid has voted to allow the safe reimportation of drugs.

Daschle Remembers O'Callaghan -
One day after thousands of Nevadans paid their respects to former Gov. Mike O’Callaghan in Las Vegas, Senate Democratic Leader Tom Daschle praised O’Callaghan on the Senate floor Friday. Daschle called O'Callaghan “a true American Patriot and Hero --- who “fought for the poor and the disenfranchised --- each and every day of his life."

"INSIDER'S CALENDAR"
The Senate will not be in session next week.

The Senate will convene Monday, March 22, at 12:00 noon, and resume consideration of the Foreign Sales Corporations (FSC/ETI) bill. No roll call votes will occur on Monday.

The next roll call vote will occur on Tuesday, March 23.

"INSIDER'S CALENDAR"
The Senate will convene Monday, March 8, at 12:00 noon, and begin consideration of the FY 2005 Budget Resolution. There will be no roll call votes on Monday.
Under the Budget Act, the resolution is limited to 50 hours of debate. The Senate is expected to complete action on the resolution prior to the March recess.
The Senate will not be in session during the week of March 15.

"Reid's Words"

"I am astounded that the Republican majority in the Senate is more worried about the bank accounts of multi-millionaires than the health of our nation’s veterans. I hope they will reconsider their refusal to roll back a portion of the tax cut for people who make over $1 million a year, so we can give our veterans the health care they need."

http://reid.senate.gov Fax: (202) 228-7362 Phone: (202) 224 - WHIP

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References

*1. Smith, John L.. 'Broad specrum of humanity bids farewell to people governor,' "Las Vegas Review-Journal," (Las Vegas Review-Journal, March 12, 2004), p.1B.
*2. Ibid.
*3. Office of the Assistant Democratic Leade. 'Whip Round Up' "A Fax of the Office of U. S. Senator Harry Reid to Dr. Tony Lei," (March 12, 2004), Washington, D. C.: Office of Senator Harry Reid.
*4. Pepperdine University. "2003-04 Academic Catalog, Graduate School of Education and Pshchology, Pepperdine University," (Malibu, California: Pepperdine University, 2003).
*5. Koch, Ed. 'Mike O'Callaghan: 1929-2004, Remembering Mike,' "Las Vegas Sun," (Las Vegas, Nevada: Las Vegas Sun, March 7, 2004), p. 1D.
*6. Vogel, Ed; and Kalil, J.M.. ''Governor Mike' dies,' "Las Vegas Review-Journal," (Las Vegas, Nevada: Las Vegas Review-Journal, March 6, 2004), p.1A.
*7. Smith, John L.. 'O'callaghan leaves legacy of compassion to Silver State sorely in need of it,' "Las Vegas Review-Journal," (Las Vegas Review-Journal, March 7, 2004), p.1B.
*8. Our Views. 'Nevadans will miss a great man,' "Las Vegas Sun," (Las Vegas, Nevada: Las Vegas Sun, March 7, 2004), p. 2D.
*9. Ralston, Jon. 'Lagacy of compassion, loyalty,' "Las Vegas Sun," (Las Vegas, Nevada: Las Vegas Sun, March 7, 2004), p. 2D.
*10. Snyder, Susan. 'We were governed by the best,' "Las Vegas Sun," (Las Vegas, Nevada: Las Vegas Sun, March 7, 2004), p. 7D.
*11. Office of the Assistant Democratic Leade. 'Whip Round Up --- March 5, 2004' "An e-mail of the Office U. S. Senator Harry Reid to Dr. Tony Lei," (March 5, 2004), Washington, D. C.: Office of Senator Harry Reid.
*12. Office of the Assistant Democratic Leade. 'Whip Round Up' "A Fax of the Office of U. S. Senator Harry Reid to Dr. Tony Lei," (March 5, 2004), Washington, D. C.: Office of Senator Harry Reid.
*13. From the Front. 'Prominent Nevadans remember O'Callaghan's warmth, honesty, intrgrity,' "Las Vegas Review-Journal," (Las Vegas, Nevada: Las Vegas Review-Journal, March 6, 20040, p. 9A.
*14. Ibid.
*15. Morrison, Jane Ann. 'Mike O'Callaghan's calling card was his compassion, candor,' "Las Vegas Review-Journal," (Las Vegas, Nevada: las Vegas Review-Journal, march 6, 2004), p. 1B.
*16. Greenspun, Brian. 'A man of the people,' "Las Vegas Sun," (Las Vegas, Nevada: Las Vegas Sun, March 7, 2004), p. 3D.
*17. German, Jeff. 'Gov mike was like a father to all of us,' "Las Vegas Sun," (Las Vegas, Nevada: Las Vegas Sun, March 7, 2004), p.3D.
*18. From the Front. Ibid.
*19.. Koch, Ed. 'Mike O'Callaghan: 1929-2004, Remembering Mike,' "Las Vegas Sun," (Las Vegas, Nevada: Las Vegas Sun, March 7, 2004), p. 1D.
*20. Ibid
*21. From the Front.
*22. Ofiice of the Governor. 'Governor Guinn's Statement on Gov. Mike O'Callaghan -- March 5, 2004,' " An e-mail from the Office of Governor Kenny Guinn to Dr. Tony Lei," (March 6, 2004), Carson City, Nevada: Office of Governor Kenny Guinn.
*23. Ibid.
*24. Geary, Frank. 'Nevada remembers O'Callaghan --- Tears flow as friends, family bid farewell o the man who touched thousands,' "Las Vegas Review-Journal," (Las Vegas, Nevada: Las Vegas Review-Journal, March 12, 2004), p. 11A.
*25. Office of the Assistant Democratic Leade. 'Whip Round Up --- March 12, 2004' "An e-mail of the Office U. S. Senator Harry Reid to Dr. Tony Lei," (March 12, 2004), Washington, D. C.: Office of Senator Harry Reid.

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Educating executives is a core competency of the Graziadio School of Pepperdine University
By Tiffany Chang

A distiguished group of professors and consultants joined corporate human resource professionals to discuss wide-ranging issues in leadership development at The Graziadio School's second annual Executive Learning Forum in Pepperdine University. The event was created and facilitated by Dr. Robert Fulmer, Virtue Professor of Management at The Graziadio School. It was held at the Malibu Campus of Pepperdine Univesity on March 16-17, 2001.

The Forum has faciliated the "real-world" management practice for the School's MBA programs. One of them is designed for experienced managers, while the other is designed for presidents and key executives (MBA/PKE).

"One of the Graziado School's core is its ability to successfully address the unique challenges of executive learning. This forum is an important part of an effort to extend Pepperdine's reputation and recognition in this arena. It provides an opportunity for world-class thought leaders in knowledge creation, knowledge dissemination, and knowledge utilization to come together in an informal setting to discuss the key challenges of executive learning and leadership development ," said Dr. Robert Fulner.*1

The program of MBA/PKE is made available exclusively to executives in senior management positions and to entrepreneurs. This is an integrative academic program of professional education directed toward substantial gains in executive competence. The Forum may become a creative design as a mentor for lauching the program locally, nationally, and internationally.

Professor Fulmer opened the forum by asking participants to share what major insights or learning they had acqires during the past year along with the changes that had impacted their industries since the previous year's forum. For many, technology and the impact of Web-based intelligence had been instrumants of change. Other participants note challenges due to mergers and organizational changes.

The participants of the Forum included: Nancy Adler, McGill University professor and author; John Alexander, president of the Center for Creative Leadership; Doug Anderson, founder and managing partner of the Center for Executive Development; Jay Conger, professor of leadership at The London Business School and the University of Southern California; Linda Doyle, president and CEO of Havard Business School Publishing; Bob Fogel, president of Harvard Business School Interactive; John Humphrey, chairman of the Forum Corporation; Marshall Sashkin, author and George Washington University professor; Edgar Schein, MIT professor, author, and leadership consultant; Steve Stumpf, author, professor, and former dean of professional development at Booz Allen Hamiton. The Graziadio School was represented by its Dean Otis Baskin and eight faculty members.

Questions such as "What are the new partnership that we need to create, and how can these be structured?" and "What would it be like if our work were truly important to the world?" were asked by him for the participants to give responses. These themes, woven throughout the forum, triggered lively exchanges among the panelists. At the conclusion, many were already anticipating the next forum.*2

"Rapidly accelerating change is the critical challenge in virtually every industry today. The complexities of our world demand managers and workers with dramatically increased capavilities. The Grsaziadio School has been developing value-center leaders for more than a quater century. During that time, it has become the premier provider of quality business talent in California and the western United States." said Dr. Linda Livingstone*3 Dr. Livingstone had been the Dean of this School since June 1, 2002. She received her B.S., M.B.A., and Ph.D. from Oklahoma State University. Dr. Livingstone would bring an international perspective to Pepperdine University. She had helped develop and teach courses in an MBA program in Jinan, China.

At the time of Dr. Linvingstone's appointment, Dr. Tony Lei wished her endeavor to lead the Graziadio School into this millennium with academic excellence, practicality expertise, and spiritual values. A special program of MBA/PKE designed for presidents and key executives internationally is in ugent need for the cooperation of the Graziadio School of Business and Management of Pepperdine University and the Graduate School of Business and Public Administration of WBTI. "The spirit of both innovation and pioneers has motivated America to be a leading and prosperous country in the world. As an integrative academic program of the professional education directed to substantial gains in executive competence, modern technology, innovative knowledge, and spirit of entrepreneurship; an unique feature of one week workshop in Las Vegas for the cooperated MBA/PKE Program should be designed for the Chinese speaking business executives and owners of the international world mainly from China, Malaysia, Singapore, and Taiwan," said President Dr. Tony Lei of Washington Business and Technology Institute.*4

"Thousands of men and women have chosen The George L. Graziadio School of Business and Management because of its distinctive blend of qualities. Many enroll in executive program, having already achieved position of senior leadership, but wanting to recapture that competitive edge and creative fervor. It is the worldwide network of alumni that validates our extraordinary mission of preparing good people to 'make big plans' and 'aimhigh in hope and work,'" said Dr. Andrew Benton, President of Pepperdine University.*5

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References

*1. Valdovinos, Michele. 'Executive Learning Forum Bring Nation's Top Leaders to Pepperdine,' "Graziadio Business" Vol. 4, No. 1, Pepperdine University,( Summer 2001), p. 4..
*2. Ibid., p. 4.
*3. Livingstone, Linda. 'Dean's Message,' "Grazidio Business Connection," Vol.1, No.1, The Grazidio School of Business and Management, Pepperdine University, (2003).
*4. Denton, Mark; Walsh, Jessie; and Chang, Tiffany. 'Pepperdine University MBA ranks first in 15 schools of California,' "WBTI Website by Reviewjournal.com," October 31, 2003.
*5. Benton, Andrew. 'Message from Prsident Andrew Benton,' "Graziadio School Information and Facts," The Graziadio Graduate of of Business and Management, Pepperdine University, (Spring 2003).