[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 63 (Friday, April 12, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E342]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    HONORING DR. ROSLYN CLARK ARTIS

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                        HON. FREDERICA S. WILSON

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, April 12, 2024

  Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
renaming of the administration building at Benedict College in honor of 
President Roslyn Clark Artis. Effective immediately, the building 
formerly known as the Benedict College Administration Building will be 
officially recognized as the Roslyn Clark Artis Administration 
Building.
  This historic decision reflects the profound impact of President 
Artis' visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to excellence in 
higher education. As the first woman President of Benedict College, 
President Artis has shattered barriers and inspired countless 
individuals with her dedication to equity, inclusion, and academic 
achievement.
  President Artis' remarkable journey to this momentous occasion is a 
testament to her resilience, intellect, and passion for empowering 
underrepresented communities. Prior to her presidency at Benedict 
College, Dr. Roslyn Clark Artis served as the first woman President of 
Florida Memorial University in Miami Gardens, Florida. Throughout her 
tenure, she had earned numerous accolades and honors, including being 
named ``Female HBCU President of the Year'' by HBCU Digest and 
receiving the American Council on Education (ACE) Fidelity Investments 
Award for Institutional Transformation.
  Beyond her exceptional leadership at Benedict College, President 
Artis has been a tireless advocate for educational access and 
opportunity. Her impact extends far beyond the confines of the campus, 
as evidenced by her appointment to the National Advisory Committee on 
Institutional Quality and Integrity (NACIQI) and her leadership roles 
in various educational organizations.
  The renaming of the administration building is a fitting tribute to 
President Artis' extraordinary legacy and contributions to higher 
education. It symbolizes our collective appreciation for her 
transformative leadership and steadfast commitment to advancing the 
mission of Benedict College.
  As we gather here today to celebrate this historic moment, let us 
also reaffirm our commitment to supporting President Artis and ensuring 
that her vision for Benedict College continues to thrive for 
generations to come.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in extending heartfelt congratulations to 
President Roslyn Clark Artis on this well-deserved honor. May the 
Roslyn Clark Artis Administration Building stand as a testament to her 
enduring legacy and inspire future generations of leaders to strive for 
excellence in all their endeavors.

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