[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 19 (Thursday, February 28, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E240-E241]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   IN HONOR OF DR. EDISON O. JACKSON

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                          HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 28, 2002

  Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of Dr. Edison O. 
Jackson, President of the Medgar Evers College of the City University 
of New York, Board member of the New York City Board of Education, 
member of the Ministerial staff of Bridge Street A.M.E. Church, father, 
husband and outstanding community resident, in recognition of all that 
he does for his borough, his city and his state.
  Dr. Jackson, a resident of Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, is an 
outstanding citizen and a pillar of our community. He was born in 
Heathsville, Virginia. Dr. Jackson received a B.S. in Zoology, followed 
by a Master of Arts Degree in Counseling from Howard University. He 
began his education career counseling, where he served for almost four 
years. In 1969, he was named Dean of Student Affairs at Essex County 
College, in New Jersey. He distinguished himself to the point that he 
was promoted to Vice President of Student Affairs. In 1983, Dr. Edison 
was named Executive Vice President and Chief Academic Officer at Essex 
County College. In that same year, he received a Doctorate in Education 
from Rutgers University. In 1989, he accepted the position of President 
of Medgar Evers College. He brought with him a wealth of experience and 
knowledge in administering the affairs of educational institutions.
  Dr. Jackson currently holds memberships on a number of civic, 
educational and community organizations. His affiliations with 
professional and national organizations run the gamut from the American 
Association of Higher Education, to the President's Round Table and the 
National Council on Crime and Delinquency. Dr.

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Jackson has also written extensively on issues of concern to educators, 
with particular concentration on minority students and the community, 
academic preparation and student performance.
  Finally, Mr. Speaker, I want to note that Dr. Jackson is married to 
Florence E. Jackson, and is the proud father of two children: Eulaynea 
and Terrance.
  Mr. Speaker, as Black History Month comes to an end it is only 
fitting that we honor a man who has done so much--and continues to do 
so much--to shape so many young lives. Dr. Edison O. Jackson is that 
man and he is nationally recognized as a leader in education. As such 
he is more than worthy of receiving our praise and I urge my colleagues 
to join me in honoring this truly remarkable man.

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