[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 97 (Thursday, July 12, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1323]
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          TRIBUTE TO 2001 LeGRAND SMITH SCHOLARSHIP FINALISTS

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                            HON. NICK SMITH

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 12, 2001

  Mr. SMITH of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, it is a sincere pleasure to 
recognize the finalists of the 2001 LeGrand Smith Scholarship Program. 
This special honor is an appropriate tribute to the academic 
accomplishment, demonstration of leadership and responsibility, and 
commitment to social involvement displayed by these remarkable young 
adults. We all have reason to celebrate their success, for it is in 
their promising and capable hands that our future rests:

  Nicole Albain of Deerfield, Michigan
  Laura Banks of Adrian, Michigan
  Zoe Bliss of Jackson, Michigan
  Jonathan Chapman of East Leroy, Michigan
  Bethany Decker of Adrian, Michigan
  Elizabeth Flack of Jackson, Michigan
  Benjamin Green of Morenci, Michigan
  RaeAnn Herman of Manitou, Michigan
  Alexander Kennedy of Adrian, Michigan
  Chelsey McConn of Bronson, Michigan
  Ingrid Meye of Pittsford, Michigan
  Martin Muntz of Manchester, Michigan
  Rebekah Preston of Quincy, Michigan
  Lisa Sellers of Battle Creek, Michigan
  Kristen Taddonio of Manchester, Michigan
  Bethany Wheeler of Morenci, Michigan

  The finalists of the LeGrand Smith Congressional Scholarship Program 
are being honored for showing that same generosity of spirit, depth of 
intelligence, and capacity for human service that distinguished the 
late LeGrand Smith of Somerset, Michigan. They are young men and women 
of character, ambition, and initiative, who have already learned well 
the value of hard work, discipline, and commitment.
  These exceptional students have consistently displayed their 
dedication, intelligence, and concern throughout their high school 
experience. They are people who stand out among their peers due to 
their many achievements and the disciplined manner in which they meet 
challenges. While they have already accomplished a great deal, these 
young people possess unlimited potential, for they have learned the 
keys to success in any endeavor. I am proud to join with their many 
admirers in extending our highest praise and congratulations to the 
finalists of the 2001 LeGrand Smith Congressional Scholarship Program.

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