[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 160 (2014), Part 10]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 14384]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                          HONORING DIANE COWAN

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                          HON. JOHN R. CARTER

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, September 9, 2014

  Mr. CARTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the extraordinary work 
of Diane Cowan of Temple, TX. Diane is the latest recipient of the Cy 
Carpenter Award from Experience Works for her leadership, advocacy on 
behalf of older workers, and never-ending passion to help others 
succeed.
  Diane retired in 2012 after a 36-year career with Experience Works, 
where she held progressively responsible positions including Texas 
state director and national customer service center director. Through 
her tireless efforts, she has helped Experience Works fulfill its noble 
mission to assist thousands of mature workers over age 55 with job 
placement, job training, and job counseling. Her leadership and 
advocacy, especially for older Americans in rural areas, makes her the 
ideal recipient of the prestigious Cy Carpenter Award.
  Diane Cowan brings to life Gandhi's words that ``The best way to find 
yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.'' Her commitment 
to advocacy and helping others reflects the best values of Central 
Texas. I applaud her work and wish her success as she continues to be a 
champion for older Americans.

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