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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextHON. JIMMY PATRONIS
of florida
in the house of representatives
Mr. PATRONIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Dr. Ed Meadows on his retirement after nearly two decades as President of Pensacola State College.
Since 2008, Dr. Meadows has transformed PSC into one of Florida's leading state colleges by expanding workforce training, launching new bachelor's degree programs, and investing in facilities that prepare students for careers in healthcare, cybersecurity, aviation, advanced manufacturing, and other high-demand fields. Under his leadership, the College also earned national recognition for innovation and student success while strengthening its commitment to military families and veterans.
Dr. Meadows understood that the future of Northwest Florida depended on giving students the skills and opportunities to succeed. He worked tirelessly to build partnerships with local industries, expand career and technical education, and invest in modern training programs that opened doors for students while strengthening the workforce our communities depend on. Because of his leadership, countless students have been able to turn their education into meaningful careers and help build the future of Northwest Florida.
Beyond the classroom, Dr. Meadows forged lasting partnerships that advanced economic development across Northwest Florida and inspired extraordinary philanthropic support for future generations of students.
Dr. Meadows leaves Pensacola State College stronger than he found it, and his legacy will be reflected in the thousands of students whose lives have been changed because of his leadership.
of students, families, and lives Dr. Meadows has impacted for the better, I want to thank him for his years of dedicated service.