[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 35 (Friday, February 24, 1995)]
[Senate]
[Page S3081]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        NATIONAL ENGINEERS WEEK

  Mr. SIMON. Mr. President, February 19-25, 1995 marks National 
Engineers Week, a time when America honors the 1.8 million men and 
women who make up our Nation's second largest profession.
  I commend our Nation's engineers for their contributions to 
technology in the private and public sectors. The technological 
breakthroughs achieved by engineers have enabled people around the 
world to live healthier, more efficient, and more fulfilling lives. In 
my home State of Illinois, engineers have provided people with valuable 
scientific innovations in areas such as communications, medicine, and 
agriculture.
  I would also like to recognize the work of three junior high students 
from Central School in Glencoe, IL: Stephanie Richart, Alexandra Wong, 
and Denise Arbruster. These three students were the Chicago-area 
winners of the National Engineers Week Future City Competition. This 
competition asked students to envision a 21st century city, and then 
express their ideas through computer printouts, scale models, and oral 
presentations. Many local engineers graciously volunteered their time 
to advise students on their projects. I salute everyone who 
participated, and I wish the Central School team well in the national 
competition here in Washington.


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