[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 190 (Wednesday, November 15, 2023)]
[Senate]
[Page S5538]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       40TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION

  Mr. YOUNG. Mr. President, I rise today to recognize the 40th 
anniversary of the Center for Excellence in Education, CEE.
  When Admiral Rickover and Joan DiGennaro founded CEE in 1983, they 
set out on an ambitious mission to nurture high school and university 
scholars towards esteemed careers in the fields of science, technology, 
engineering, and mathematics--STEM. Since its founding, CEE's renowned 
Research Science Institute has collaborated with brilliant scholars 
from all 50 U.S. States and an impressive 61 countries. Further 
showcasing CEE's impact, the USA Biolympiad competition has had over 
10,000 students participate, with the U.S. team achieving many gold 
medals. Additionally, the Teacher Enrichment Program and STEM Lyceums 
provide transformative learning opportunities for teachers, especially 
those in underserved and rural areas.
  As an honorary trustee of CEE, I am consistently impressed with the 
organization's unwavering commitment to advancing STEM education. 
Through my lens as a legislator, I recognize the critical importance of 
STEM education as we navigate the challenges posed by global 
competitors in domains spanning advanced mathematics, artificial 
intelligence, and biosecurity. STEM will undeniably shape the future 
economy, and I wholeheartedly commend CEE's efforts to inspire and 
equip our youth with the necessary skills for a flourishing future.
  It is my honor to recognize and congratulate the Center for 
Excellence in Education on its 40th anniversary.

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