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George Tetsuo Aratani, Nisei Entrepreneur and Philanthropist, Passes Away at Age 95

Posted on February 20, 2013 by jozjozjoz

George Aratani, a survivor of the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II, and later successful businessman and philanthropist who founded Mikasa and Kenwood, passed away Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at the age of 95. His legacy in philanthropy … Continue reading →

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Philanthropy YouTube Style

Posted on June 29, 2009 by Jeff

“Maybe we can see Kevjumba!” The Daughter was excited about that possibility of meeting the YouTube star Kevin Wu as we neared U.C. Davis.    I had a meeting there with a graduate student who I collaborate with on research, and … Continue reading →

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