[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 155 (Saturday, September 27, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2075]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   TRIBUTE TO DR. JERILYN McINTYRE, PRESIDENT OF CENTRAL WASHINGTON 
                               UNIVERSITY

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                           HON. DOC HASTINGS

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 26, 2008

  Mr. HASTINGS of Washington. Madam Speaker, I wish to speak today to 
pay tribute to Dr. Jerilyn McIntyre, the President of Central 
Washington University (CWU). Dr. McIntyre, who is the first female to 
serve as President of CWU, will retire at the end of this year after 
completing eight years of exceptional service to the students, faculty, 
and community of Central Washington University.
  Since her appointment, CWU has experienced a period of incomparable 
growth and development. In fact, enrollment has increased by 27 
percent. Dr. McIntyre has inspired academic advancement and diversity 
through the implementation of several initiatives. Specifically, the 
Performing Arts and Presidential Speaker Series, started in 2002, 
brings nationally renowned speakers and artists to CWU's campuses; 
providing unique opportunities for students to learn about various 
ideas, art and cultures. Dr. McIntyre has also encouraged excellence 
and ingenuity through the Spheres of Distinction initiative, which 
supports innovative and resourceful approaches to academic, student and 
campus life.
  To complement the growing student body, Dr. McIntyre worked to 
transform the University's campuses into the state-of-the-art 
facilities we see today. In fact, the extensive renovation and 
restoration of both residential campus and academic facilities under 
Dr. McIntyre's tenure have been recognized with national architectural 
awards. CWU's University Centers in Lynnwood, Des Moines, Steilacoom, 
Wenatchee, Moses Lake, and Yakima have also benefited from renovation 
projects, providing a modem and exciting atmosphere that stimulates 
student life and academic discovery.
  In addition to her role as President of the university, Dr. McIntyre 
has continued to regularly teach courses at CWU. Sharing her 
instructional talents and knowledge of communications studies clearly 
illustrates her enthusiasm and desire to directly contribute to her 
student's academic success.
  Dr. McIntyre earned her Bachelor of Arts in History and Master of 
Arts in Journalism at Stanford University, and received her Ph.D. in 
History and Communication from the University of Washington. She is the 
author of numerous articles and papers on communication history, 
journalism ethics, and higher education issues.
  Dr. McIntyre provided exemplary service to our state and the Central 
Washington University community throughout her eight years at CWU. I am 
honored that I had the opportunity to work with Jerilyn, and I commend 
her for her achievements and dedication to expanding the educational 
opportunities at the university. Undoubtedly Dr. McIntyre's 
contributions have made a remarkable and positive impression on the 
lives and academic opportunities of countless students.
  I am also pleased to hear that Jerilyn and her husband David will be 
retiring in Ellensburg. It is great to know that they will remain 
constituents of mine and a part of the Ellensburg community. Finally, I 
would like to thank Dr. McIntyre for her service at CWU, and wish her 
the very best in all of her future endeavors.

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