[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 110 (Wednesday, August 10, 1994)]
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                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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     TRIBUTE TO GRETCHEN WAGGY, NATIONAL NAVAL SCIENCE AWARD WINNER

 Mr. ROCKEFELLER. Mr. President, at this time, I would like to 
recognize an outstanding West Virginian for becoming a National Naval 
Science Award winner. Miss Gretchen Waggy of Franklin, WV, was 1 of 25 
science students selected by the Navy to receive an all-expense paid, 
12-day science-oriented trip to San Diego, CA.
  The Naval Science Awards Program, which is administered by the Chief 
of Naval Research, has been in existence for 36 years. For the past 18 
years, the top winners across the Nation have been invited to submit 
scientific and engineering project abstracts to the Naval National 
Science Award Competition.
  In the spring of 1994, approximately 400 regional and State science 
fairs were held and several first place winners were chosen to advance 
in the awards competition. These winners received an invitation to 
submit their project abstracts before a panel of judges. Miss Waggy's 
project was selected from among nearly 600 finalists.
  Her project examined the territory of eastern box turtles. By using 
radio transmitters, Gretchen mapped the range of the individual 
turtles. Through her project we are able to understand the natural 
habitat of this species.
  Miss Waggy exemplifies the true West Virginia spirit of hard work, 
dedication, and participation. These attributes enable her to be a 
winner and will ensure her future success. She has distinguished 
herself as a member of a special group of America's youth, who will be 
the leaders of tomorrow.
  It is with great pride and pleasure that I share her accomplishments 
with each of you today. Outstanding students deserve our recognition 
and encouragement to continue their high level of achievement.

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