[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 166 (Friday, October 21, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1064]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING CLEVELAND UNIVERSITY-KANSAS CITY'S CENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY

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                          HON. EMANUEL CLEAVER

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 21, 2022

  Mr. CLEAVER. Madam Speaker, it is my honor to rise today to 
commemorate the 100 year anniversary of Cleveland University-Kansas 
City. For an entire century, Cleveland University-Kansas City has been 
recognized as a leader in the chiropractic care field, serving as one 
of the oldest nonprofit chiropractic colleges in the Nation. This 
institution prepares thousands of healthcare professionals that 
prioritize creating a healthier world for our community. It is truly an 
honor to celebrate the Cleveland University-Kansas City and its 100 
years of history.
  Since its inception, Cleveland University-Kansas City has been an 
integral contributor in teaching the next generation of healthcare 
professionals. Originally named Central College of Chiropractic, the 
institution enrolled their first class of students in 1922 and 
celebrated the graduation of its first doctor of chiropractic in 1924. 
Founded by graduates of the world's first school of chiropractic care, 
Palmer College of Chiropractic, Dr. C.S. Cleveland Sr., Dr. Ruth R. 
Cleveland, and Dr. Perl B. Griffin became one of the first established 
families in chiropractic care in the Nation. After two years of 
operation, Central College of Chiropractic was renamed to Cleveland 
Chiropractic College, reflecting the influential contributions of the 
founding family.
  As enrollment at the institution began to grow, it remained centered 
on creating a tight-knit community amongst students, staff, and faculty 
to ensure there was an existing support system as students continued 
their academic and professional journeys. As a result of the 
institution expanding, Cleveland Chiropractic College acquired the 
Ratledge System of Chiropractic Schools located in Los Angeles in 1951 
and was renamed as Cleveland Chiropractic College of Los Angeles in 
1955. With roots in Kansas City and Los Angeles, the college became 
known across the country, attracting students from every corner of the 
Nation. After Dr. C.S. Cleveland Sr.'s leadership was over, his son, 
Dr. C.S. Cleveland Jr. served as chancellor of both campuses and saw 
the establishment of a new bachelor's degree in human biology and a new 
program focused on pre-professional Health Science. Known as a 
worldwide chiropractic lecturer, Dr. C.S. Cleveland Jr. began the 
process of expanding the college's degrees while keeping chiropractic 
care as the foundation of the institution.
  To provide students with more hands-on experience and access to 
advanced technological facilities, a newly developed facility was 
created in 2008 and by 2011, the Los Angeles campus consolidated 
operations with the Kansas City campus. Under the leadership of fourth-
generation chiropractor and grandson of the founders, Carl S. Cleveland 
III spearheaded the transition to university status, changing the 
institution's name to Cleveland University-Kansas City. Under the new 
name, the university was able to support the addition of multiple 
degrees such as new associates, bachelors and masters' programs to 
enhance the opportunities available for students.
  As the university continues to evolve to meet changing needs in the 
health science fields, it remains invested in promoting health, 
wellness, and vitality, ultimately leading to better healthcare for 
all.
  Madam Speaker, please join me and all of Missouri's Fifth 
Congressional District in honoring Cleveland University-Kansas City for 
their monumental achievement of 100 years of service and their 
indelible mark on communities across the Nation. I am certain that this 
institution will continue to support its students and instill in them a 
spirit of care as they further develop their personal and professional 
skills and enter the healthcare field. Let us celebrate this milestone 
achievement and wish Cleveland University-Kansas City continued 
prosperity for the next 100 years to come.

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