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HONORING THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF LE MOYNE COLLEGE
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HON. JOHN KATKO
of new york
in the house of representatives
Tuesday, November 23, 2021
Mr. KATKO. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Le Moyne College in Syracuse, New York as the college celebrates its 75th Anniversary. Since its founding, Le Moyne College has provided students with a renowned Jesuit education, preparing thousands of young men and women to reach great successes and live generously.
True to the intellectual and religious tradition it was founded on, for over seven decades Le Moyne has provided its undergraduate students and graduate students with a well-rounded, liberal arts education. Equipped with a Le Moyne education, alumni from the college have become leaders across a wide range of sectors including business, medicine, government, and the arts and sciences. Today, Le Moyne has grown dramatically. It greatly expanded its academic programs and has a sprawling campus that boasts five academic buildings and 15 residential buildings, as well as a chapel, library, performing arts center, Jesuit residence, plaza and athletic facilities.
While the school has remained committed to its core values, Le Moyne has always prided itself on being a trailblazer for progress. At the time of its founding in 1946, Le Moyne was the first Jesuit college in the United States to open as a coeducational institutional. And in 2014, Linda LeMura was named the college's 14th president, making her the first female layperson to lead a Jesuit institution in the United States. Under her leadership, President LeMura has raised the college's profile, prioritized inclusivity, and worked to foster an environment where Le Moyne students and faculty can learn and grow. Notably, during the pandemic, President LeMura took an unusual step to limit the spread of COVID-19 amongst the school's population and highlight the importance of being a thoughtful steward of the community by moving into a neighborhood popular with students living off-campus. For several months, LeMura became a friendly face in the neighborhood. She greeted students living nearby on her daily walks, helped them keep their lawns free of trash and debris, and reprimanded those holding gatherings that could spread the virus.
In 2016, the college adopted the slogan `Greatness Meets Goodness' to highlight the college's lasting commitment to helping students reach heights in their career, while emphasizing the importance of integrity and compassion for all people. Le Moyne consistently encourages students to put Jesuit values in action by providing volunteer opportunities within Central New York and around the world, and harboring extensive networks at local nonprofits, shelters, kitchens, and schools. In 2020, Le Moyne launched its Erie 21 program, which helps veterans, immigrants, refugees, the underemployed and unemployed obtain internships and software development jobs with local employers by providing students with technical and computer coding skills. The impact Le Moyne students have had in our Central New York community and around the world is both far-reaching and impactful. It is exemplified by alumni like Jeanette Epps, the first Black female astronaut to serve as a crewmember on the International Space Station, who is conducting research that will benefit all of mankind. And Andrew Lunetta, who found his passion helping homeless individuals and families in Central New York while at Le Moyne, and has since founded Tiny Home For Good, a nonprofit that builds safe and affordable housing for those less fortunate.
Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues in the House join me in honoring the 75th Anniversary of Le Moyne College. Over the past 75 years, the College has prepared thousands of students to become successful leaders in their careers and carry themselves with integrity. Le Moyne has been a cherished part of our community and I'm excited to see what the future holds for the college.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 167, No. 203
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