[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 83 (Wednesday, June 16, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1144]
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                     PAYING TRIBUTE TO RICHARD BACA

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 16, 2004

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor the accomplishments 
of Richard Baca of Grand Junction, Colorado. Richard has done much to 
improve higher education in the State of Colorado. After thirty-two 
years at Mesa State College, he is retiring as the college's assistant 
vice president of student affairs and enrollment management. As Richard 
celebrates his retirement, let it be known the Mesa State College 
community and I are eternally grateful for all that he has accomplished 
during his tenure with the college.
  After receiving a doctorate from the University of Northern Colorado, 
Richard started as a counselor and staff assistant at Mesa State. From 
there he worked his way through the ranks to his current position as 
vice president of student affairs and enrollment management. Along the 
way he held positions as director of counseling, director of student 
life, director of academic records and dean of student services. As the 
college grew, Richard's noted contributions include his efforts to 
encourage diversity. Specifically, Richard helped the college establish 
the Cultural Diversity Board and an event to celebrate diversity, 
``Unity Fest.''
  Mr. Speaker, I wish to commend the efforts of Richard Baca and his 
contributions to Grand Junction, the State of Colorado and higher 
education. His commitment to diversity was also a commitment to 
Colorado's future. I would like to thank Richard and wish him the best 
of success in his future endeavors.

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