Honorable Robert Bunda

President of the Senate

Twenty-Second State Legislature

Regular Session of 2003

State of Hawaii

Sir:

Your Committee on Science, Arts, and Technology, to which was referred H.C.R. No. 89 entitled:

beg leave to report as follows:

The purpose of this measure is to support the Ralph Bunche Centenary Celebration.

Ralph Bunche was a diplomat, scholar, and man of peace. At this critical time in the history of all nations, Dr. Bunche's life serves as an example to people of all races and ethnic backgrounds that global peace should be the highest priority of all nations.

In honor of the Centenary Celebration of the life of Dr. Bunche, the University of Hawaii will sponsor a series of educational programs focusing on the life of Dr. Bunche and his efforts to promote peace, especially in the Middle East.

As affirmed by the records of votes of the members of your Committee on Science, Arts, and Technology that is attached to this report, your Committee concurs with the intent and purpose of H.C.R. No. 89 and recommends its adoption.