[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 47 (Wednesday, March 18, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E698-E699]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                            EMORY UNIVERSITY

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                            HON. JOHN LEWIS

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 18, 2009

  Mr. LEWIS of Georgia. Madam Speaker, people are hurting right now, in 
Atlanta and across the country. It is in times like this that we need 
to help our neighbor. Volunteerism in these tough times is critical; 
that is why I want to highlight the work Emory University, in my 
district, is doing. Emory University has a strong history of reaching 
out to the community and engaging in projects to help people in need. 
Emory students completed nearly 150,000 hours of service in 2008, 
partnering with more than 200 community partners on projects related to 
poverty, homelessness, medical services and environmental conservation. 
The University's dedication to service reflects the desire in many of 
our students across the nation to get involved in and give back to 
their communities. America's young people have always been an integral 
part of the success of our country, and I am especially proud of Emory 
University's dedication to service.
  Each year, the Corporation for National and Community Service 
recognizes institutions of higher education for exemplary efforts to 
engage students in service learning, community

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partnerships, and volunteer service by publishing The President's 
Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. At the top of the Honor 
Roll is a small group of institutions of higher education who are given 
the Presidential Award for General Community Service. I am proud to 
announce that Emory has been awarded the 2008 Presidential Award. This 
is the highest award possible for a college or university with respect 
to community service and student engagement. I want to recognize and 
thank Emory University for its commitment to giving back to the 
community and fostering a sense of service among its students.
  Congratulations to Emory University on being honored as a recipient 
of the 2008 Presidential Award for General Community Service.

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