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Wise Words for Wise

October 6, 2011 By Northwest Asian Weekly

“Phyllis did a tremendous job in unprecedented times to preserve access to a quality college education and to train the work force of tomorrow. She is a thoughtful scientist, accomplished researcher and dedicated educator. Her skill, passion and leadership will serve her well at the University of Illinois. I wish her the best of luck.”
— Gov. Chris Gregoire

“You are my model for character, courage, and communication. The University of Illinois is very fortunate. Thank you for leading higher education in Washington during a critical time. Our state, our students and our residents all benefited from your leadership.  Enjoy the snow!”
— Jill Wakefield
Chancellor
Seattle Community Colleges

“In addition to bringing more than the expected qualities a chancellor should have for this new role, you bring your special kind of ethical, caring, and compassionate leadership.  We will miss you, and we hope our paths cross again.”
— Colleen Fukui-Sketchley & Frank and Penny Fukui

“Congratulations on your appointment as Chancellor of the University of Illinois. Your appointment is well-deserved recognition of your achievement, dedication, integrity as a leader of institutions of higher learning. We wish you continued success.”
— Ark Chin & Winnie Chin

“Thanks for all of your work for UW, and best wishes in your work at Illinois.”
— Jerry Baldasty
UW  Vice Provost and Dean
The Graduate School

“Your outstanding leadership as an Asian American woman at a major public American research university has been inspiring and essential in advancing both women and people of color towards a greater public good.”
— Diane Adachi
Assistant Vice President  & Special Assistant to the Provost for International Relations & Protocols

“Best wishes. We are proud of you!”
— Lo Yu
Owner of China Harbor Restaurant

“I am sorry to see you go. The [UW] Board [of Regents] doesn’t know what UW is missing. Our loss is University of Illinois’ gain.”
— Ruthann Kurose

“ ‘A winner’s strongest muscle is her heart (—Anonymous).’ Phyllis, always continue to lead with your heart. All the best to you.”
— Sheila Edwards Lange
Vice President & Vice Provost for Minority Affairs and Diversity University of Washington

“Dr. Wise, you’ve set high standards for your successors as provost of our University of Washington and been a major asset and role model for  our community.  Thank you and we wish you many more successes in the  future.”
— Vivian Lee
UW MAP Advisor

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Filed Under: Wise Words Series Tagged With: Ark Chin Winnie Chin, Chris Gregoire, Diane Adachi, Jerry Baldasty, Jill Wakefield, Lo Yu, Minority Affairs, Penny Fukui, Phyllis Wise, Ruthann Kurose, Seattle Community Colleges, Sheila Edwards Lange, UW, Vivian Lee, Wise Words, communication

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