[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 19 (Wednesday, January 30, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E113]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING DR. DELORIA NANZE-DAVIS AT CONGRESSMAN VELA'S BLACK HISTORY 
                           MONTH CELEBRATION

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                           HON. FILEMON VELA

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 30, 2019

  Mr. VELA. Madam Speaker, I rise today in honor of Dr. Deloria Nanze-
Davis, a dedicated educator, for her outstanding leadership and 
mentorship in the Rio Grande Valley.
   Dr. Nanze-Davis received her Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and 
German from Texas Lutheran University. She earned both a Bachelor of 
Science in Accounting and a Master of Education in Secondary and Higher 
Education from Texas A&M--Texarkana. Dr. Nanze-Davis capped off her 
academic career at the University of Houston, graduating with a 
Doctorate of Education in Supervision and Administration, with an 
emphasis in mathematics.
   During her 43-year career as an educator, Dr. Nanze-Davis dedicated 
34 of those years to the Rio Grande Valley community. She began as an 
instructor at the Texas State Technical College in Harlingen, Texas 
before teaching at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV). 
While a professor at UTRGV, she was Chair of the Mathematics Department 
for 10 years, created the Math and Science Academy, and served as the 
Assistant to the Dean of Technology and General Education.
   A leader and mentor inside and outside the classroom, Dr. Nanze-
Davis has made an immeasurable impact on the lives and career of her 
students. While she was Chair of the Mathematics Department, UTRGV led 
the nation for several years in graduating more Hispanics with degrees 
in mathematics than any other university in the United States. She was 
also deeply involved in the development of Black History programs in 
the Valley to raise awareness in the community.
   Since retiring in 2013 from UTRGV, Dr. Nanze-Davis continues to be a 
mentor and tutor for many students in the community. She proudly serves 
the Harlingen community by teaching mathematics at the Student Learning 
Center, participating on multiple city boards, and leading youth 
activities at Corinth Missionary Baptist Church as its Director.
   I am pleased to recognize Dr. Nanze-Davis for her successful and 
important work in Texas' 34th Congressional District. We are all 
thankful for her courage and commitment to educating our children and 
young adults. I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing her 
contributions to the community.

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