[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 94 (Monday, June 9, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1173]
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                            DR. JIM SCANLON

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, June 9, 2008

  Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize Dr. Jim 
Scanlon, of St. Joseph, Missouri. Dr. Scanlon, who has served as 
President of Missouri Western State University since 2001, will be 
retiring at the end of June following a distinguished 30-year career 
devoted to students in higher education. Dr. Scanlon has been a great 
visionary for Missouri Western State University and a fine leader in 
building the University's vision for the future.
  Dr. Scanlon leaves behind a number of accomplishments. Under his 
leadership, Missouri Western attained University status and added new 
master's programs in applied sciences and applied arts. During his 
tenure three new buildings were added to the campus, one building 
currently under construction, one building renovation and addition in 
the planning stages, a new university plaza and several remodeled 
campus spaces for students. Dr. Scanlon has also championed a regional 
university plan, focusing Western's resources for both the good of the 
student as well as the community and region.
  Dr. Scanlon came to St. Joseph and Missouri Western around the time I 
was first elected to Congress. I have had the wonderful opportunity to 
work with Dr. Scanlon on a number of occasions, and I can attest to his 
honesty, integrity, and vision. I know Dr. Scanlon's leadership will 
truly be missed, but I am very thankful for the time we were able to 
share together, and wish him the best in his future endeavors.
  Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in recognizing Dr. Jim 
Scanlon, a true visionary and tremendous leader who dedicated his 
career to higher education. I commend Dr. Scanlon on an exceptional 
career, and I am honored to serve him in the United States Congress.

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