[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 32 (Wednesday, February 25, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E246]
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  WELCOMING AUNJANUE ELLIS TO ``MOVING FORWARD AND SETTING THE WORLD''

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                           HON. BRIAN HIGGINS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 25, 2015

  Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to welcome Ms. Aunjanue Ellis 
to the annual Black History Month event ``Moving Forward and Setting 
the World,'' organized by the Canisius College Academic Talent Search 
Program.
   The Moving Forward and Setting the World event will feature the 
African-German Art Exhibition from Homestory, Germany to honor Black 
History Month.
   The Canisius College Academic Talent Search Program, the host of 
this event, has shaped positive impact on many Western New York 
communities. The program is among eight federally funded TRiO programs 
established under Title IV of the Higher Education act of 1965. The 
Academic Talent Search Program provides educational, social and career 
support services for individuals with disadvantaged backgrounds in 
local schools and community service organizations.
   Ms. Aunjanue Ellis, who I welcome to this event, is a famed actress 
who will star as the lead character in the 2015 miniseries ``The Book 
of Negroes.'' Ms. Ellis has also been a star in award winning films 
such as ``The Help,'' ``Men of Honor,'' and ``Ray.''
   Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I rise today to welcome the 
accomplished Ms. Aunjanue Ellis. I ask you to join me in thanking Ms. 
Ellis for speaking at this valued local event. I wish Ms. Ellis 
continued success in her acting career, and to continually see Ms. 
Ellis in influential roles.

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