[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 156 (Thursday, December 2, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2037]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     CONGRATULATING GREG GORMANOUS

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                         HON. RODNEY ALEXANDER

                              of louisiana

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, December 2, 2010

  Mr. ALEXANDER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to applaud Greg Gormanous 
for his exceptional service to the Alexandria community on the occasion 
of his retirement. His staunch support of both the citizens of 
Alexandria and his students at Louisiana State University-Alexandria is 
admirable and deserving of appreciation.
  Upon his retirement, Greg was the longest serving administrator in 
the history of LSU-Alexandria, where he served as Behavioral and Social 
Sciences Chair and the Liberal Arts Division Head and was an avid 
backer of four-year degree programs. Among his many accomplishments at 
the university, Greg helped establish three endowed student 
scholarships as well as initiate theatre and travel courses and the 
lecture series.
  In addition to his work in academia, Greg is a strong advocate for 
the betterment of Alexandria by serving the public as a government 
liaison. He continues to be a driving force in the community for his 
committed leadership on various business, civic, educational and 
governmental boards and committees, such as the Rotary Club of 
Alexandria, the Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Mardi Gras 
Association, the Rapides Primary Health Care Center, and the March of 
Dimes to name a few. He is also a licensed psychologist and his 
extensive research has been published in numerous publications.
  Through his endeavors, both professional and volunteer, Greg has 
earned the respect and regard of all those with whom he has served and 
the gratitude of the people that have come to know him.
  Please join me in extending best wishes to Greg upon his retirement 
and wishing him future success in all his efforts.

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