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RECOGNIZING CLEVELAND UNIVERSITY-KANSAS CITY'S CENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY
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HON. EMANUEL CLEAVER
of missouri
in the house of representatives
Friday, October 21, 2022
Mr. CLEAVER. Madam Speaker, it is my honor to rise today to commemorate the 100 year anniversary of Cleveland University-Kansas City. For an entire century, Cleveland University-Kansas City has been recognized as a leader in the chiropractic care field, serving as one of the oldest nonprofit chiropractic colleges in the Nation. This institution prepares thousands of healthcare professionals that prioritize creating a healthier world for our community. It is truly an honor to celebrate the Cleveland University-Kansas City and its 100 years of history.
Since its inception, Cleveland University-Kansas City has been an integral contributor in teaching the next generation of healthcare professionals. Originally named Central College of Chiropractic, the institution enrolled their first class of students in 1922 and celebrated the graduation of its first doctor of chiropractic in 1924. Founded by graduates of the world's first school of chiropractic care, Palmer College of Chiropractic, Dr. C.S. Cleveland Sr., Dr. Ruth R. Cleveland, and Dr. Perl B. Griffin became one of the first established families in chiropractic care in the Nation. After two years of operation, Central College of Chiropractic was renamed to Cleveland Chiropractic College, reflecting the influential contributions of the founding family.
As enrollment at the institution began to grow, it remained centered on creating a tight-knit community amongst students, staff, and faculty to ensure there was an existing support system as students continued their academic and professional journeys. As a result of the institution expanding, Cleveland Chiropractic College acquired the Ratledge System of Chiropractic Schools located in Los Angeles in 1951 and was renamed as Cleveland Chiropractic College of Los Angeles in 1955. With roots in Kansas City and Los Angeles, the college became known across the country, attracting students from every corner of the Nation. After Dr. C.S. Cleveland Sr.'s leadership was over, his son, Dr. C.S. Cleveland Jr. served as chancellor of both campuses and saw the establishment of a new bachelor's degree in human biology and a new program focused on pre-professional Health Science. Known as a worldwide chiropractic lecturer, Dr. C.S. Cleveland Jr. began the process of expanding the college's degrees while keeping chiropractic care as the foundation of the institution.
To provide students with more hands-on experience and access to advanced technological facilities, a newly developed facility was created in 2008 and by 2011, the Los Angeles campus consolidated operations with the Kansas City campus. Under the leadership of fourth-
generation chiropractor and grandson of the founders, Carl S. Cleveland III spearheaded the transition to university status, changing the institution's name to Cleveland University-Kansas City. Under the new name, the university was able to support the addition of multiple degrees such as new associates, bachelors and masters' programs to enhance the opportunities available for students.
As the university continues to evolve to meet changing needs in the health science fields, it remains invested in promoting health, wellness, and vitality, ultimately leading to better healthcare for all.
Madam Speaker, please join me and all of Missouri's Fifth Congressional District in honoring Cleveland University-Kansas City for their monumental achievement of 100 years of service and their indelible mark on communities across the Nation. I am certain that this institution will continue to support its students and instill in them a spirit of care as they further develop their personal and professional skills and enter the healthcare field. Let us celebrate this milestone achievement and wish Cleveland University-Kansas City continued prosperity for the next 100 years to come.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 166(1), Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 166(2)
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