[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 111 (Tuesday, July 5, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E692]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING DOCTOR JOEL STUART BLOOM AS A DISTINGUISHED EDUCATOR IN NEW 
                                 JERSEY

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                       HON. DONALD M. PAYNE, JR.

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 5, 2022

  Mr. PAYNE. Madam Speaker, I rise today in recognition of Dr. Joel 
Stuart Bloom upon his retirement as the eighth President of the New 
Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT).
  As a premier public university, NJIT plays a crucial role in shaping 
the economic trajectory of our state. It is also a school with the 
highest student mobility and, therefore, exemplifies the American 
Dream. I recall attending President Bloom's inauguration in 2012 when I 
served as the President of Newark's Municipal Council. At the ceremony, 
I voiced my optimism that the university would flourish under President 
Bloom's vision and forward-thinking ideas.
  As he now steps down and begins the next chapter of his life, I can 
confidently express my pride in President Bloom's leadership. Under his 
leadership, the school accomplished numerous significant feats, 
including a two-fold increase in enrollment, the expansion of research, 
the improvement of minority students' access to STEM education, and the 
formation of numerous commercial and industry partnerships. His notable 
contributions will leave a long-lasting imprint for generations to 
come.
  Madam Speaker, I respectfully ask that you join me in expressing 
gratitude to President Bloom for his esteemed commitment to the growth 
and development of NJIT, the city of Newark, and our great Nation.

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