[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 94 (Tuesday, June 24, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1342]
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                      TRIBUTE TO PUEBLO COMMUNITY

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 24, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise before this body of Congress today 
to recognize an academic institution that has served Pueblo, Colorado 
for the last 70 years. Pueblo Community College (PCC) has maintained 
its focus on quality education over the course of a lifetime as it has 
expanded to meet the state's needs. As we reflect upon this 70th 
anniversary, I commend Pueblo Community College for the positive impact 
that it has had upon individuals and families throughout the State of 
Colorado.
  Pueblo Community College traces its origins back to the incorporation 
of Southern Colorado Junior College in 1933. Since the original 
graduating class of 17 in 1935, enrollment at PCC has increased enough 
to warrant expanding to three additional campuses in Canon City, 
Durango, and Cortez. The total enrollment in PCC now exceeds 5,000 
students, all of whom value PCC's affordability, flexible hours, and 
varied degree programs.
  More than half of Pueblo Community College's students are employed 
and would not have access to higher education if not for the 
flexibility offered by Pueblo Community College. Students at PCC have 
the opportunity to work toward Certificates of Completion, Associate of 
Science, Associate of Arts, Associate of General Studies, and Associate 
of Applied Science degrees. The assortment of programs allows first-
time college students and working adults alike the opportunity for a 
brighter future.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to pay tribute to Pueblo Community College 
before this body of Congress and this nation. PCC provides many 
Coloradans access to higher education and the skills necessary for a 
successful career. I congratulate Pueblo Community College on its 
success and commend the institution for the positive impact that it has 
made upon Colorado's citizens for the past 70 years.

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