Recognizing Dr. Paul J. Leblanc for Receiving Citizen of the Year From the Greater Manchester Chamber

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Mr. PAPPAS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in recognition of Southern New Hampshire University President and CEO Dr. Paul J. LeBlanc for being named the Greater Manchester Chamber's Citizen of the Year. As a valued resident of Manchester, Paul has embodied the spirit of service through his time as President and CEO of Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU). This past year, he remained committed to ensuring the success of students and guiding the campus community through the Chamber's core values of leadership and personal integrity. The level of trust placed in Paul by the greater Manchester community is a testament to his efficacy and compassion as a leader, and I thank the wonderful staff at Southern New Hampshire University for their continued support of Paul in the past few years.

Throughout his career, Paul has been instrumental in launching crucial programs in the Greater Manchester area, including at SNHU. His work in higher education, from initiating the College for America program to creating the Center for New Americans, has shown Paul's dedication to uplifting the voices of students, workers, and immigrants alike. Similarly, his efforts have assisted in creating a rich and diverse local economy right here in Manchester. This tireless commitment has grown the total enrollment of SNHU from 2,800 to over 175,000 students, shaping the university into one of the leading non- profit education providers in the country.

I commend Dr. Paul J. LeBlanc for his efforts to lead the people of the Greater Manchester area through community outreach and educational engagement. Paul's distinguished service leaves behind an impressive legacy that will inspire future generations to carry on this critical work, and I look forward to seeing what his next chapter has in store.

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