[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 158 (2012), Part 8]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 11198]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




               RICE UNIVERSITY'S CENTENNIAL COMMEMORATION

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                            HON. JOE BARTON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 11, 2012

  Mr. BARTON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commemorate Rice 
University on reaching its centennial. Since its founding a hundred 
years ago, Rice University has become a distinguished institution, high 
in the ranks of academic achievement amongst our country's best 
colleges and universities. Rice's research programs are highly regarded 
and it is the proud alma mater of many intellectuals who have been 
recognized for their accomplishments, including numerous Marshall 
Scholars, Rhodes Scholars, and Fulbright Scholars.
  In addition to their extraordinary academic programs, Rice has made a 
name for itself in the area of collegiate sports. The Rice University 
Owls became the kings of baseball when they won the 2003 College World 
Series, and they have continued to stand in the ranks with the 
country's best college baseball teams. Rice has also succeeded in the 
area of women's athletics. Its volleyball, soccer, basketball, and 
tennis teams have competed in many NCAA tournaments, earning Rice a 
varied set of achievements.
  As Rice University reaches its centennial in October, I want to give 
credit to its students and professors for their hard work and 
commitment to higher education. Their consistent dedication to academic 
advancement makes Rice the prestigious institution it is today.
  I commend Rice University for reaching this impressive milestone, and 
I wish them the best of luck for the next 100 years. I look forward to 
seeing the big things the faculty, alumni, and current students at Rice 
will undoubtedly continue to accomplish.
  I hope all Members will join me in congratulating Rice University for 
100 years of academic excellence.

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