HONORING LORI WHITE, JASON CHEW, AND THE ENTIRE DEPAUW GROWING GREEN AND GOLD TOGETHER INITIATIVE

On 2026-07-22, Representative James R. Baird (R-IN-4) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING LORI WHITE, JASON CHEW, AND THE ENTIRE DEPAUW GROWING GREEN AND GOLD TOGETHER INITIATIVE" in the House.

HONORING LORI WHITE, JASON CHEW, AND THE ENTIRE DEPAUW GROWING GREEN AND GOLD TOGETHER INITIATIVE

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 120 (Wednesday, July 22, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 120 (Wednesday, July 22, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E728] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING LORI WHITE, JASON CHEW, AND THE ENTIRE DEPAUW GROWING GREEN AND GOLD TOGETHER INITIATIVE ______ HON. JAMES R. BAIRD of indiana in the house of representatives Wednesday, July 22, 2026 Mr. BAIRD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate Depauw University's ``Growing Green and Gold Together'' initiative, which has made tremendous progress and is soon entering its final year of implementation in 2027. Since 1837, Depauw has provided a well-rounded, premier education to many budding scholars. It is the alma mater of several influential people in American history, including a Vice President, a Congressman, and an NBA Executive. Depauw continually makes outstanding contributions to its students and local Greencastle residents. This initiative is part of a larger $109 million ``Bold & Gold 2027'' plan that has invested in resources and amenities for the entire community. I thank Depauw President Lori White, Project Director and Community Liaison Jason Chew, and the entire ``Growing Green and Gold Together'' team for giving back to our local communities every day. I look forward to seeing the completion of this greatly anticipated project soon. They have my sincere gratitude for all their hard work and dedication. ____________________