[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 78 (Thursday, June 2, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1032]
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  HONORING THE ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS OF RECENT GRADUATE PAUL WILLIAM 
    KOHAN FROM THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK COLLEGE AT BROCKPORT

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                         HON. RICHARD L. HANNA

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 2, 2011

  Mr. HANNA. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize Paul William 
Kohan of New Hartford, NY. Paul was diagnosed with dyslexia in the 
first grade, and has since then proved what a motivated and intelligent 
young man he has become despite this obstacle.
  While Paul's friends and family feared his future might be impeded 
because of his disability, he has excelled both academically and 
beyond, far exceeding expectations for students with dyslexia.
  Paul recently graduated from the State University of New York College 
at Brockport with a Bachelor of Science in sociology degree. Paul's 
accomplishment is particularly admirable given the fact that a mere 18 
percent of persons with dyslexia typically graduate from college. In 
addition to Paul's impressive graduation, he also plans to pursue a 
career as a legal disability advocate.
  Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Paul Kohan 
for his scholastic achievements displayed through his college 
graduation and inspiring career plans for the future.

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