[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 87 (Friday, May 25, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E738-E739]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 CONGRATULATING DR. LINDA L. M. BENNETT

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                           HON. LARRY BUCSHON

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 25, 2018

  Mr. BUCSHON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to extend my heartfelt 
congratulations to Dr. Linda L. M. Bennett as she retires as the third 
president of the University of Southern Indiana.
  Dr. Bennett's steady leadership, wise counsel, and dedication to 
academic excellence

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has vaulted this still-young state university to a heightened stature. 
She raised the profile of its academic offerings, particularly in 
nursing and engineering, and expanded its reach through statewide 
involvements, community service, and online programming. During her 
nine-year tenure, USI experienced dynamic growth and diversity in its 
student population, attracted top-flight faculty, and became a higher-
education destination throughout Indiana and across the globe. The 
campus, itself, took on a signature personality with new structures 
that helped define an enduring physical character.
  A highly regarded civic leader, Dr. Bennett has lent her talents to 
countless organizations and civic causes, and she has been widely 
recognized for her thoughtful contributions, many, of which, were 
conducted outside the public eye.
  I am grateful for Dr. Bennett's legacy of stewardship in guiding 
USI's development, and join all Hoosiers in extending my best wishes in 
her retirement.

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