[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 105 (Tuesday, June 20, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E851]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        RECOGNIZING PRIYA VULCHI

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                       HON. BONNIE WATSON COLEMAN

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 20, 2017

  Mrs. WATSON COLEMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Priya 
Vulchi--a remarkable young woman who, this year, earned the 2017 
Congressional Gold Medal.
  A resident of Princeton, Ms. Vulchi demonstrated an immeasurable 
passion for the education and advancement of our nation's leaders. 
Working with Princeton Public Schools, Ms. Vulchi created a racial 
literacy tool to assist educators initiate dialogues around race-
related topics in the classroom. Ms. Vulchi is also a co-founder of 
Princeton CHOOSE--a student-led organization that aims to overcome 
racism and inspire harmony through exposure, education and empowerment. 
Further, Ms. Vulchi is a published author of a racial literacy teaching 
tool that was piloted in Princeton Public school in the spring of 2016 
and officially used by all 5th grade teachers in the school district 
for the 2016-2017 school years.
  Along with her commitment to education, Ms. Vulchi pursued journalism 
and became the Head Copy Editor for her school's monthly newspaper. 
Finally, Ms. Vulchi crossed the country in her travels to Hawaii to 
visit the Haleakal National Park. There she visited the Eats Maui 
Volcano and learned more about volcanism and the ecosystems of the 
National Park.
  Beyond the Congressional Gold Medal program, extraordinary 
individuals like Ms. Vulchi exemplify the best and brightest of our 
nation's future. As a resident of New Jersey's 12th Congressional 
District, I couldn't be more proud of her for taking up such a 
difficult challenge and making a positive change for themselves in 
their community.
  Mr. Speaker, I sincerely hope that my colleagues will join me in 
congratulating Ms. Vulchi on her amazing accomplishment.

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