[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 85 (Wednesday, June 11, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1198]
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                        TRIBUTE TO KRYSTAL MIZE

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 10, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I rise 
before this body of Congress to pay tribute to Krystal Mize of Pueblo, 
Colorado, for her incredible achievement at the University of Southern 
Colorado. Krystal is the deserving recipient of the Threlkeld Prize for 
Excellence for her success in the field of psychology and today I would 
like to recognize her accomplishment before this nation.
  Krystal, a single mother of three boys, is not only dedicated to her 
education but also donates her time to work as a peer mentor, 
psychology lab assistant and tutor. Krystal is the true embodiment of 
the ``American Dream'', having overcome adversity to achieve the 
highest of goals. She has proven to her family, the community and most 
importantly, herself that she can succeed.
  Mr. Speaker, I am proud to recognize Krystal Mize's achievements 
before this body of Congress. It is the work of people like Krystal 
that makes the community of Pueblo strong. It is truly an honor to 
praise Krystal's hard work, and I wish her the best in her future 
endeavors.

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