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“HONORING DR. STUART DORSEY” mentioning the U.S. Dept of Labor was published in the Extensions of Remarks section on pages E614 on May 16, 2019.
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The publication is reproduced in full below:
HONORING DR. STUART DORSEY
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HON. VICENTE GONZALEZ
of texas
in the house of representatives
Thursday, May 16, 2019
Mr. GONZALEZ of Texas. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Dr. Stuart Dorsey, an educator, an innovator, and a leader.
Dr. Dorsey currently serves as the President of Texas Lutheran University in Seguin, Texas. He began his tenure in the summer of 2011 and will conclude his work at TLU on June 30, 2019.
Dr. Dorsey's story is one that exhibits commitment and dedication at every turn. Dr. Dorsey earned his bachelor's degree in economics from the University of South Dakota. From there, he earned both his Master and doctor of philosophy in economics from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. He then served the public in the U.S. Department of Labor before joining the U.S. Senate Committee on Finance where he was the Committee's Chief Economist from 1982 to 1984.
Dr. Dorsey then began his career in academia as an associate professor of economics at West Virginia University. He went on to serve as Dean of the Faculty at Baker University in Kansas and then as Vice President for Academic Affairs at the University of Evansville in Indiana. Afterward, he served as the President of the University of Redlands in California until he became the President of Texas Lutheran University.
Over the past eight years, Dr. Dorsey oversaw tremendous change to the university's campus and culture. Under his leadership, the university completed a freshmen residence hall, a studio theatre, and a School of Music building. Dr. Dorsey also oversaw the completion of Bulldog Stadium, which has allowed the university to host football games and track and field events on campus for the first time in its history. Through these accomplishments, Dr. Dorsey has laid a strong foundation for the university to continue its success.
Furthermore, Dr. Dorsey expanded the university's academic influence by leading the creation of several new programs of study, including a popular undergraduate program in nursing and graduate programs in accounting, data analytics, and athletic training.
Dr. Dorsey has worked tirelessly to expand opportunities for the students and community of TLU. His unwavering devotion to his students' success is evident and furthered by his wife Michelle's equally impressive dedication to service. Through their combined efforts, the university was named a Great College to Work for seven years in a row.
Madam Speaker, Dr. Dorsey has worked endlessly to make a difference in the lives of Central Texans. His efforts have made him a pillar of the community and an example to us all. It is an honor to represent selfless, committed individuals like him. I wish him and his wife Michelle nothing but the best as they begin retirement in California.
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