[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 69 (Friday, April 19, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H2555]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       HONORING DR. KIRK CALHOUN

  (Mr. MORAN asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. MORAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and congratulate my 
friend Dr. Kirk Calhoun on the announcement of his retirement.
  Dr. Calhoun has proudly served as the president of The University of 
Texas Health Science Center at Tyler since 2002 and as the president of 
the University of Texas at Tyler since 2020, making him the longest 
serving active president in the UT system.
  Dr. Calhoun's leadership has led the UT Tyler system through 
tremendous growth and unification. Throughout his 22 years of public 
service, the institutions under his leadership have seen exponential 
growth, historic levels of giving to the community, and the launch of 
the first medical school in East Texas.
  He has helped to expand academic research programs, forge 
partnerships with the community colleges, increase student scholarship 
offerings, and develop a strategic plan for integrating the health and 
academic enterprises of our UT system.
  Dr. Calhoun leaves behind a legacy of excellence and service in our 
community. He is a hallmark in promoting collaboration and increasing 
educational opportunities. This milestone is a testament to his 
dedication, leadership, and unwavering commitment to the East Texas 
medical and academic communities.
  Mr. Speaker, I congratulate Dr. Calhoun on 22 years. He will be 
missed but not forgotten.

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