Biography
Susan (Lee) was an accomplished scientist, humanist and friend taken from us way too early
In her short life of 28 years, Susan Lee Campbell, impacted the world and the people who knew her in ways that are hard to put into words.
Her devotion to scientific learning, knowledge, and mastery while at the same time to giving and loving, was unmatched.
Tragically killed while a passenger aboard the fateful flight of Korean Air Flight 007, on September 1, 1983, Susan will never be forgotten by those who knew her, loved her, and were lucky enough to call her a friend, classmate, sister, daughter, teacher, student, co-worker.
1955
Born in Shrewsbury, MA to Robert and Joanne Campbell
Older sister, Debbie (1953)
1960-1973
Brother Dave born (1960)
Family moved to Louisville, KY (1960)
Lives in various locations in greater Louisville including Anchorage where her love for animals takes root
Parent's divorce forces move to St. Matthews, KY
1973
Graduates from Waggener High School (1973)
- National Merit Semi-finalist
Begins Wellesley College
1977
Graduates with honors from Wellesley College
- Phi Beta Kappa Scholar
Begins Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine
1981
Veterinary assistant - Cambridge, MA
Graduates Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine
Tunghai University, Taiwan - Luce Scholar Recipient
1983
Associate Professor, Tunghai University, Taiwan, Department of Animal Husbandry
Director - Sambar Deer Research Center - Tunghai University, Taiwan
Accepted into post-doctoral program at Harvard University, Department of Comparative Medicine
September 1, 1983
- Killed aboard KAL Flight 007, returning to Taiwan
