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CELEBRATING THE RETIREMENT OF DR. MICHELE JOHNSON
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HON. DEREK KILMER
of washington
in the house of representatives
Friday, October 14, 2022
Mr. KILMER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to extend my sincere congratulations and gratitude to Dr. Michele L. Johnson on her retirement from Pierce College. Throughout her 45 years at Pierce College, Dr. Johnson has been a faculty member, collegiate coach, executive dean, campus president, and, for the last 18 years, Chancellor and CEO. Her leadership has served students, Pierce College employees, and the statewide community and technical college system.
In her current role, Dr. Johnson leads two colleges and an off-campus site at Joint Base Lewis-McChord and oversees two campus presidents and a district administration. Her dedication to student success and innovative leadership promotes Pierce College's mission to create quality educational opportunities for a diverse community of learners to thrive in an evolving world. Dr. Johnson has consistently been committed to the word ``community'' in community college, developing partnerships that have made our region stronger and that have served as a model for collaboration.
Under her leadership, Pierce College has received national awards, including recognition for serving veterans and community college excellence.
Speaking personally, I've been honored to consider Dr. Johnson a partner and a friend. I am grateful for all that she has done to create opportunities for students in our region and to improve higher education throughout our state.
Madam Speaker, Members of Congress, please join me congratulating Dr. Michele Johnson on her retirement.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 163(1), Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 163(2)
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