Recognizing Dr. Lee Kump

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Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Dr. Lee Kump who recently completed an outstanding 9-year tenure as dean of the Penn State College of Earth and Mineral Sciences.

Since 1986, Dr. Kump has been an integral part of the Penn State community and has served as the college's dean since 2017. Throughout his career, he has taught undergraduate and graduate courses in geochemistry, astrobiology, and mathematical modeling, helping students understand our Earth.

Dr. Kump is a true champion of science, research, and innovation. He has collaborated with NASA and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and his work has been featured by outlets like National Geographic and the Discovery Channel.

Under his leadership, the college has reached new heights. The establishment of the Center for Critical Minerals and the Center for Energy Law and Policy has driven innovation across Pennsylvania.

Mr. Speaker, I congratulate Dr. Kump's tenure as dean, and I wish him the best as he continues teaching at Penn State.

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