[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 71 (Monday, May 23, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E917]
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                         BONITA NUANEZ TRIBUTE

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                          HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 23, 2011

  Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Bonita Nuanez for 
her academic, athletic and extracurricular work at Colorado State 
University-Pueblo. Her outstanding efforts earned her the Threlkeld 
award, which is given to the top graduating senior each year. She will 
be the first to receive her diploma at the commencement ceremony and 
lead the graduating class.
  Ms. Nuanez decided to attend CSU-Pueblo to continue her already 
impressive softball career. Unsurprisingly, she posted magnificent 
college statistics, including a school record for most career walks and 
is fifth all time in home runs.
  Her impressive achievements on the diamond are overshadowed by her 
academic success. She was one of the school's top biology students and 
has spent countless hours assisting her professors in the lab. She also 
spends much of her free time as a math and science tutor to other 
students.
  In the community, Ms. Nuanez made a noticeable impact, as well. She 
helped groups such as RakeUp Pueblo, the Special Olympics and the 
Evolution Softball Camp. In addition, she volunteered as a softball 
coach at local high schools.
  Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to recognize Bonita Nuanez today. Her 
recognition within the school and the community is well-earned, and I 
have no doubt that she will continue to have a positive influence on 
the people of Colorado.

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