Congratulating Ellie Sheehan

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Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Ellie Sheehan, drum major of the Penn State Blue Band this season.

This is a historic milestone because Ellie is the first woman to hold the position in the Blue Band's 126-year history.

Ellie hails from Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania, and is pursuing a degree in marketing with a minor in digital media trends and analytics. She brings years of experience within the Blue Band, most recently as a leader of the piccolos. The Blue Band's drum major leads the band through warm-ups and performances.

Since 1977, it has been a tradition for the drum major to do a front flip as the band enters the field at home football games. Ellie continues this tradition.

As any visitor to Beaver Stadium can attest, the Blue Band plays a central role in Penn State's game day and represents the highest level of tradition, excellence, and pride.

Mr. Speaker, as a graduate of Penn State, I am proud to congratulate Ellie Sheehan for being a fantastic Blue Band drum major.

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