[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 73 (Wednesday, May 19, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1026-E1027]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




COMMEMORATING THE 19TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE WISCONSIN INSTITUTE FOR TORAH 
                                 STUDY

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                         HON. GERALD D. KLECZKA

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 19, 1999

  Mr. KLECZKA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a nationally 
acclaimed Jewish residential high school, the Wisconsin Institute for 
Torah Study, on its 19th anniversary.
  The school, or Yeshiva, was founded in 1980 to provide a unique high 
school and post-high school experience. Its programs attract students 
from major cities across the country. The high school program offers a 
comprehensive Torah study curriculum and, simultaneously, an intensive 
college-preparatory general studies program. The Bais Medrash is the 
advanced, post high school program.
  As a testament to its growth and strength, the institute will expand 
due to steadily increasing enrollment. When completed, the expanded 
facility will house a new Bais Medrash, labs and classrooms.
  The Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study also honors this year its 
twin pillars of strength in the community: Armin and Hollie Nankin. 
Armin, past president of the Jewish Community Center and former board 
member of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation, and his wife Hollie have 
seen the school through some very difficult moments, and have served 
humbly and with dignity as a beacon of light and a source of strength. 
They have been actively involved with many other organizations, 
including Hillel Academy and Congregations Beth Israel and Lake Park 
Synagogue. They are the single most generous donors to the expansion 
campaign of the Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study, and through their 
encouragement have caused others to lend support.
  The involvement of Armin and Hollie Nankin is summed up in three 
phrases: Quick minds, for their keen insight to the community's needs. 
Strong feelings, for their deep concern for the people in their lives 
and the community. And, deep impacts for an array of causes and 
institutions which are better today for their involvement.

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  In Hebrew, Torah literally means teachings or learning. By their 
involvement the Nankins have taught us the meaning of devotion and 
generosity.
  Mr. Speaker it is with immense pride and gratitude that I commend 
Armin and Hollie Nankin for their service to the community, and it is 
with great happiness and best wishes for continued success that I 
congratulate the Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study on its 19th 
anniversary.

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