DEC. ‘13: I received my 9th honorary degree and gave the
Address at Urbana University’s 122nd Commencement.
Ambrose Ng and Steve Wilson braved the snow to join me
for the ceremonies and provide photo and moral support.
FEB & SEP: Michael Richardson came in from Chicago to join
me for Zang Toi’s Fashion Week shows at Lincoln Center,
celebrating Shanghai in the 1930s and his 25th Anniversary
of designing fashions in America. As usual, stunning gowns
and Michael was stopped by paparazzi before post-show
parties and suppers, with Lucia Hwong Gordon and Adassa.
JAN-FEB: Cornell events in NYC. Johnson Alumni Awards
Dinner with Dean Soumitra &; Lourdes Dutta and Joe & Marney Thomas at Guastavino’s. Joe & Marney’s lavish wine
& food pairing lunch at Perry St. hosted by Richy Petrina
of Moët Hennessy USA. Cornell Asian Alumni Association’s Annual Banquet in Flushing with my host Henry Shum, Cornell V.P. Susan Murphy, and Congresswoman Grace Meng.
of Moët Hennessy USA. Cornell Asian Alumni Association’s Annual Banquet in Flushing with my host Henry Shum, Cornell V.P. Susan Murphy, and Congresswoman Grace Meng.
JUN: On my drive to and from Charleston for Chris & Kim’s
wedding, had wonderful meals -- including Shrimp & Grits at
Husk -- and tours of the Biltmore Estate in Ashville, NC.
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