[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 135 (Thursday, October 2, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1912]
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                        TRIBUTE TO ANGELO VOLPE

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                            HON. BART GORDON

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, October 1, 1997

  Mr. GORDON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the most 
enthusiastic person I have ever met, Angelo Volpe, the president of 
Tennessee Technological University.
  Angelo Volpe is a distinguished scholar and scientist that any 
university would be proud to have as a president. During Dr. Volpe's 10 
years tenure as the president of Tennessee Tech, he has brought energy 
and a level of enthusiasm that is contagious to the entire community. 
As the founder of Sharing the Vision, a university-wide fundraising 
campaign, President Volpe has made the dream of college a reality for 
many students who could not afford tuition. He not only recognizes the 
value of a university education, but also acknowledges the need for a 
campus that meets a wide range of student needs. During his tenure, 
President Volpe has overseen the creation of a new library and a 
recreation and fitness center. These additions have greatly expanded 
student resources and added to the stature of the university.
  Angelo Volpe's strong chemistry background is also an asset to the 
university. He came to Tennessee Tech from East Carolina University and 
I know they must still feel the loss of this talented and visionary 
man. His pursuit of scientific knowledge has made him a member in good 
standing in such organizations as the American Chemical Society, the 
Tennessee Academy of Science, and a past president of the Tennessee 
College Association.
  Although a Brooklyn native, Dr. Volpe has adjusted perfectly to 
southern life and has made Cookeville, TN his home. He is a tireless 
leader in the field of education and a prominent member of the 
Cookeville community and the Rotary Club. But no man is an island. Dr. 
Volpe has had the support and advice of his able wife, Jennette. 
Jennette has a Ph.D. in psychology and has been invaluable in assisting 
her husband with his duties as president of Tennessee Tech. They are 
active members of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church and in the local 
community.
  I am grateful that President Volpe will continue to lead Tennessee 
Tech into the 21st century. I know that with Dr. Volpe at the helm, 
this university will continue to prosper. He has given of his time, 
expertise, and energy to make Tennessee Tech an outstanding university 
and in turn, I would like for us to recognize his accomplishments today 
and wish him luck in the coming years.

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