Let's make this birthday one to remember.

84 years old (Born on January 24, 1941)

Happy Birthday, Timothy! Another year wiser and still translating life's mysteries better than anyone else. From decoding ancient Chinese literature to navigating faculty meetings at ASU—your skills remain unmatched. Your students swear you're fluent in wisdom, humor, and caffeine.

Your leadership of the Asian Languages and Literatures program continues to inspire us all (and occasionally terrify freshmen). May your birthday be filled with laughter louder than a crowded lecture hall—and cake sweeter than tenure approval letters. Here's wishing you another timeless chapter filled with joy, success, and fewer papers to grade!

Cheers from everyone who admires your brilliance!