[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 98 (Monday, July 16, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1335]
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 TRIBUTE TO TRAVIS EBEL OF BATTLE CREEK, MI, LeGRAND SMITH SCHOLARSHIP 
                                 WINNER

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                            HON. NICK SMITH

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, July 16, 2001

  Mr. SMITH of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, it is with great respect for the 
outstanding record of excellence he has compiled in academics, 
leadership and community service, that I am proud to salute Travis 
Ebel, winner of the 2001 LeGrand Smith Congressional Scholarship. This 
award is made to young adults who have demonstrated that they are truly 
committed to playing important roles in our Nation's future.
  As a winner of the LeGrand Smith Congressional Scholarship, Travis is 
being honored for demonstrating that same generosity of spirit, 
intelligence, responsible citizenship, and capacity for human service 
that distinguished the late LeGrand Smith of Somerset, Michigan.
  Travis Ebel is an exceptional student at Lakeview High School and 
possesses an impressive high school record. Travis's involvement in 
both the Lakeview High School and the Battle Creek Math and Science 
Center curriculum is truly outstanding. He participates in high school 
athletics, as well as being a member of the Board of Directors for the 
Battle Creek Art Center. Travis is also an active volunteer in Calhoun 
County, dedicating more than 800 hours to community service.
  Therefore, I am proud to join with his many admirers in extending my 
highest praise and congratulations to Travis Ebel for his selection as 
a winner of a LeGrand Smith Congressional Scholarship. This honor is 
also a testament to the parents, teachers, and others whose personal 
interest, strong support and active participation contributed to his 
success. To this remarkable young man, I extend my most heartfelt good 
wishes for all his future endeavors.

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