[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 54 (Tuesday, March 31, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E824]
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             ARKANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY'S 100TH ANNIVERSARY

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                           HON. MARION BERRY

                              of arkansas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 31, 2009

  Mr. BERRY. Madam Speaker, I rise here today to pay tribute to one of 
Arkansas's finest educational institutions, Arkansas State University. 
The University will commemorate its 100th anniversary this month. This 
achievement is a significant milestone for this school and all who 
helped shape its history.
  On April 1st, 2009, the Jonesboro Community will gather at Arkansas 
State University to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the passage of 
Act 100, which established the first four agricultural schools in 
Arkansas. Over the past several decades, ASU has been the beneficiary 
of a foundation of excellence, built by the hard work and dedication 
from faculty, alumni, administrators and the community. Many 
individuals have invested in ensuring the success of the school, and 
thanks to their efforts we are also here today to thank them for their 
service.
  To build a great school, time and patience are needed to attract and 
sustain a great faculty, develop a strong academic program, and foster 
an alumni network. The process is long and arduous, but Arkansas State 
University is resilient and continues to produce distinguished alumni 
and groundbreaking achievements year after year.
  Arkansas State University with its first-rate, innovative style of 
education provides an unparalleled learning experience for their 
students. The growing strength of the school is demonstrated by the 
success of its students after they graduate and its world renowned 
reputation. Most importantly, the ideas and achievements from ASU's 
alumni will continue to transform and benefit our nation for 
generations.
  I stand here today to ask my colleagues in the United States Congress 
to join me in congratulating Arkansas State University on this 
significant milestone. Arkansas State University has been powering the 
minds of its students for 100 years. The University has come a long 
way, has much to celebrate, and more successes to anticipate in the 
years to come.

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