Lauren Underwood was mentioned in IN RECOGNITION OF QURISTIN WALKER….. on page E537 covering the 1st Session of the 117th Congress published on May 18, 2021 in the Congressional Record.
The publication is reproduced in full below:
IN RECOGNITION OF QURISTIN WALKER
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HON. LAUREN UNDERWOOD
of illinois
in the house of representatives
Tuesday, May 18, 2021
Ms. UNDERWOOD. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize Quristin Walker for her service in my office in Washington, D.C.
Quristin joined our team as a staff assistant on my very first day in office in January of 2019. She was one of just three original staff members charged with setting up a Congressional office, a task which those who have done know is not for the faint of heart. Quristin played an integral role in setting up systems and ensuring every constituent, whether by walk-in, call, or tour request, was responded to in a timely, courteous manner that was demonstrative of my commitment of service to the people of the 14th Congressional District of Illinois. She went above-and-beyond in her role as intern coordinator, often giving life advice to young people with hearts for service that extended far past the walls of my office. She was a listening ear and source of support through moves, graduations, next career steps, and more, as an accessible mentor to so many who came through our internship program.
Quristin’s respect for all who entered or called the office, cheery demeanor, and frequent pick-me-up treats and Beyonce music for the team proved to be invaluable assets that kept our team smiling through all the joys and challenges of our work the past two-and-a-half years. Although Quristin may be leaving our office, our community in northern Illinois and my entire staff will always consider her Team Underwood.
Prior to joining my staff, Quristin earned a Bachelor’s degree from Northern Illinois University and she currently is pursuing a Master’s degree from American University. She is a proud alumna of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Fellowship Program. Our office will miss her.
Madam Speaker, I would like to formally thank Quristin Walker for her service to my office, to Illinois’s 14th Congressional District, and to our country.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 167, No. 86
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