[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 61 (Tuesday, April 17, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E756]
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                   IN RECOGNITION OF JAMES W. MURRAY

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                          HON. BRAD ELLSWORTH

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 17, 2007

  Mr. ELLSWORTH. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
outstanding achievements of one of my constituents, James W. Murray of 
Oakland City, IN. For the past 33 years, Murray has served as president 
of Oakland City University. During his remarkable tenure at OCU, the 
school has undergone massive and exciting improvements.
  When Murray arrived on campus, the school had only 324 students. 
Today the total enrollment exceeds 2,300, and OCU has become the second 
largest employer in Gibson County, IN. President Murray also oversaw 
OCU gaining full accreditation and university status. The school's main 
campus has undergone extensive facility expansion during his tenure, 
and as an advocate for fiscal responsibility, I congratulate President 
Murray for executing these projects debt-free.
  Murray also deserves commendation for his distinguished service as an 
officer in the United States Marine Corps. He served in both Korea and 
Vietnam and received three Purple Hearts and a Bronze Star.
  President Murray will retire on May 31, and I am proud to honor his 
exceptional career. His contributions in service to our country and 
commitment to education deserve recognition.

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