David Suzuki
Born: March 24, 1936
Place of Birth: Vancouver, British Columbia
Major Notes:
David Suzuki is best known for his making people aware of earth's environmental problems.
Because they were Japanese, his family and David were placed in an internment camp during World War II.
After the war, David Suzuki went to high school in London, Ontario, followed by attaining a BA degree from Amherst College in United Stases.
He went on to qualify for a Ph.D. in 1961 from University of Chicago majoring in zoology.
In 1963, he joined the staff of the University of British Columbia as a professor.
He soon established himself as a talented research scientist working with fruit flies.
Beginning in 1974, David Suzuki has hosted at least three television science series including one called "The Nature of Things."
His television shows have enabled him to bring environmental awareness to millions of viewers.
Suzuki has published over 30 books based mostly on sustaining ecology.
He has received over 10 honorary degrees from various universities world-wide.
In 1976 David Suzuki was named an Officer of the Order of Canada.
In 1990, he and his wife set up what is known as the David Suzuki Foundation.
Suzuki also won several major awards including a Governor General’s Award for Conservation in 1985.
David Suzuki is now considered a major spokesperson for sustainable development on earth.
For detailed research and more information, check out any of the following:
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CBC Archives
David Suzuki Foundation
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Wikipedia
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