HONORING DR. AMY McCORMACK'S RETIREMENT FROM CALUMET COLLEGE OF ST. JOSEPH

On 2026-06-15, Representative Frank J. Mrvan (D-IN-1) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING DR. AMY McCORMACK'S RETIREMENT FROM CALUMET COLLEGE OF ST. JOSEPH" in the House.

HONORING DR. AMY McCORMACK'S RETIREMENT FROM CALUMET COLLEGE OF ST. JOSEPH

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 100 (Monday, June 15, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 100 (Monday, June 15, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E577-E578] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING DR. AMY McCORMACK'S RETIREMENT FROM CALUMET COLLEGE OF ST. JOSEPH ______ HON. FRANK J. MRVAN of indiana in the house of representatives Monday, June 15, 2026 Mr. MRVAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor and congratulate Dr. Amy McComnack. President of Calumet College of St. Joseph (CCSJ), upon her upcoming retirement. Dr. McCormack will retire on June 30, 2026, after an extraordinary tenure marked by tremendous growth and progress at CCSJ. Dr. McCormack was raised in Frankfott, Indiana, with a strong work ethic and a passion for learning. Like many of the students who passed through CCSJ's doors over the last 75 years. Dr. McConnack is a first- generation college graduate. She has not only broken barriers in earning her academic degrees, but Dr. McCormack has dedicated her professional career to helping students further their education as well. A dedicated scholar, she earned her bachelor's degree in accounting from Indiana University's Kelley School of Business, a master's degree in business administration from Dominican University's Brennan School of Business, and her doctoral degree in higher education management from the University of Pennsylvania. In 1991, after working as a Certified Public Accountant in Chicago for several years, Dr. McCormack sought to return to academia, at which time she was hired at Dominican University in Illinois. She first served as the school's controller and later as Vice President for Business Affairs. In 2008, leadership at the university recognized Dr. McCormack's outstanding abilities and named her Senior Vice President for Finance and Administration. In addition to her administrative responsibilities. Dr. McCormack also spent time in the classroom instructing courses in accounting and auditing. Later, Dr. McCormack's commitment to education and passion for learning earned her a Fulbright Scholarship for the International Education Administrators Program where she focused her studies on the higher education systems in France, Ireland, and Spain. In 2017, Dr. McConnack's vast experience and expertise made her a perfect fit to lead CCSJ, at which time she made history becoming the college's first female president. It is an understatement to say that, under her guidance, the institution has thrived. Over the past [[Page E578]] nine years, CCSJ has added new degree opportunities, developed a Public Service Institute, and expanded its athletic programs, which included the founding of the Midwest Sprint Football League, and introduced the Crimson Joe mascot. Under Dr. McCormack's oversight, CCSJ has experienced a very successful rebranding with expanded efforts to connect the campus with the surrounding Whiting-Robertsdale community. After nine years of service, Dr. McCormack is retiring as the longest- serving female college president in Northwest Indiana's history, and she leaves a legacy that will benefit generations of students to come. Mr. Speaker, Dr. McCormack has selnessly dedicated herself to improving higher education opportunities for her students. For her lifelong passion for learning, unwavering devotion to teaching, and dedication to empowering students with the skills and knowledge to succeed. Dr. McCormack is worthy of the highest praise. Mr. Speaker, I respectfully ask that you and my other distinguished colleagues join me in wishing Dr. Amy McCormack all the best upon her well-earned retirement as President of Calumet College of St. Joseph. ____________________