[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 64 (Friday, May 17, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E835]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




RECOGNIZING CORY J. McCOLLOW ON HIS APPOINTMENT TO THE U.S. COAST GUARD 
                                ACADEMY

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                          HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 16, 2002

  Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I rise today to 
recognize my constituent, Cory J. McCollow of Venedocia, Ohio, who 
recently accepted his appointment to the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in 
New London, Connecticut.
  Cory will soon graduate from Spencerville High School. During his 
high school career, he has maintained a high grade point average, and 
is a member of the National Honor Society. He is an accomplished 
athlete, earning varsity letters in football, basketball and track. 
And, he has clearly demonstrated his leadership ability, serving as 
captain of the basketball team.
  Cory McCollow can be very proud of his many accomplishments. He is a 
credit to his family, his school, and his community. By accepting his 
appointment, Cory is accepting a unique challenge.
  The Academy is the pinnacle of leadership development for the United 
States Coast Guard. As a USCG Academy Cadet, he will face a most 
demanding academic curriculum and physical regimen. He will live, study 
and prepare in an environment where strong leadership thrives, 
individual achievement is expected, and personal integrity is demanded.
  Mr. Speaker, General John W. Vessey, Jr. once wrote, ``The Nation's 
ability to remain free and at peace depends in no small measure on 
whether we will continue to inspire our youth to serve.''
  I am confident that Cory McCollow has the character and ability to 
excel at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy. I ask my colleagues to join me 
in wishing him well as he begins his very important service to our 
nation.

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