[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 157 (2011), Part 5]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 6415]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




              HONORING DR. ROBERT C. MESSINA JR.'S SERVICE

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                         HON. ROBERT E. ANDREWS

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 2, 2011

  Mr. ANDREWS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Dr. Robert C. 
Messina, Jr., as he enters his 25th year of visionary leadership as 
President of Burlington County College.
  During Dr. Messina's leadership, Burlington County College has grown 
substantially, now educating more than 11,000 students per year. The 
College received 22 commendations in its recent reaccreditation by the 
Middle States Commission on Higher Education, more than any other 
college in New Jersey. Their recent achievements are a strong 
reflection of Dr. Messina's tireless efforts. His work has benefitted 
the entire South Jersey community, enriching residents' quality of life 
through sponsorship of cultural and regional activities.
  Dr. Robert C. Messina, Jr. should also be recognized as a 
humanitarian. He frequently volunteers his time on local, regional, 
state, and national boards and committees related to improving higher 
education. His dedication to exceptional and accessible educational 
opportunities makes him a role model to Burlington County and the rest 
of the country.
  Mr. Speaker, Dr. Robert C. Messina, Jr.'s commitment to Burlington 
County College and the local community merits recognition. I commend 
him for his achievements, and extend sincere best wishes in all his 
future endeavors as he enters his 25th year as president of Burlington 
County College.

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