HONORING DR. CARMEN BERRIOS DELGADO

On 2026-09-24, Representative Ritchie Torres (D-NY-15) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING DR. CARMEN BERRIOS DELGADO" in the House.

HONORING DR. CARMEN BERRIOS DELGADO

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 152 (Thursday, September 24, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 152 (Thursday, September 24, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E975] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING DR. CARMEN BERRIOS DELGADO ______ HON. RITCHIE TORRES of new york in the house of representatives Thursday, September 24, 2026 Mr. TORRES of New York. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the recognition of Dr. Carmen Berrios Delgado, a proud Puerto Rican, a brilliant educator, and now a Friends of Puerto Rico honoree. For over a decade, Dr. Berrios Delgado has made a steadfast commitment to the betterment of her community, helping to educate, mentor, and invest in the students and young professionals of Puerto Rico. A prolific academic, Dr. Berrios Delgado has aided many students and young professionals during her time as a faculty member at the University of Puerto Rico Aguadilla's business administration department, going above and beyond to ensure the success of Puerto Rico's best and brightest. Dr. Berrios Delgado has sought out opportunities to provide financial assistance and investments to many students who have ideas that would expand and strengthen not only our economy, but our world. Her efforts ensure that the best of us do not go unheard and unrecognized based on their ability to pay their way. Additionally, she has donated her time and expertise to strengthen the professional readiness of young people. She works to expose students to outside organizations and workshops that better prepare them for business-oriented careers. She has ardently pursued Puerto Rico's education, entrepreneurship, labor reforms, and economic growth, investing in the long-term goals of the island. Dr. Berrios Delgado is recognized today as a tireless advocate for the improvement of student opportunities, and a tremendous force for good in her community. I congratulate Dr. Berrios Delgado on this tremendous honor, and thank her for all she has done for both Puerto Rico and society at large. ____________________