[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 45 (Monday, March 19, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E379]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        RECOGNIZING THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF REVEREND GWENDOLYN BOYD

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                          HON. EMANUEL CLEAVER

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, March 19, 2012

  Mr. CLEAVER. Mr. Speaker, I proudly rise today to pay tribute to 
Reverend Gwendolyn Boyd, a community leader, humanitarian and a woman 
of faith, whose legacy continues to enrich the lives of the people 
around her. Her dedicated community service has brought professionalism 
and compassion to every endeavor she has so graciously undertaken. Her 
dedication and commitment to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., and the 
public is the reason for this recognition and celebration.
  Rev. Boyd served as the 22nd National President of Delta Sigma Theta 
Sorority, Inc., from 2000 2004. She accomplished many things during her 
time as president including the building of a home for AIDS orphans in 
Swaziland, establishing the Delta Computer Training Center in Lesotho 
and establishing the Leadership DELTA training program. Also, she 
established project SEE, which promotes the learning of math and 
science for middle school African American girls.
  Rev. Boyd is the perfect example of someone who continues to make a 
difference, as she has never backed away from a challenge that helps 
her community or those in need. Her imprint can be found in such worthy 
initiatives as Children's Research Institute, Children's National 
Medical Center and Education Across the Miles. She is also responsible 
for the coordination of HBCU initiatives.
  As the first African American to earn a Master of Science degree in 
Mechanical Engineering from Yale University, Rev. Boyd championed 
issues and worked for solutions. Over the years her stature continues 
to grow as she is an active member on numerous boards, foundations and 
committees. Her admirable work is as diversified as her many interests, 
resulting in a positive impact on the community and greater quality of 
life.
  Rev. Gwendolyn Boyd demonstrates in her everyday actions and words 
that determination is the pathway to success. She is an ordained 
itinerant elder in the African Methodist Episcopal Church. She earned 
her Master's of Divinity degree with honors from Howard University and 
she serves as the Executive Minister for Church Operations at Ebenezer 
A.M.E. Church in Fort Washington, Maryland.
  Rev. Boyd has dedicated numerous hours to developing and enriching 
the lives of our youth. She was nominated by President Obama and served 
on the Board of Trustees of the Barry Goldwater Scholarship and 
Excellence in Education Foundation. She is an advocate for young people 
interested in careers in the engineering, science, and math fields. 
Rev. Gwendolyn Boyd is a passionate, energetic and highly motivated 
individual and her public speaking has inspired many.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in saluting Reverend Gwendolyn Elizabeth 
Boyd, a distinguished ambassador for human rights, a role model for our 
youth and a true heroine for all of America. I salute her for a 
lifetime of achievement, and am both proud and honored to call her my 
friend. Thank you, Rev. Boyd, for all you have done, and for all you 
contribute to our lives.

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