[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 41 (Tuesday, March 11, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E352]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  A PROCLAMATION HONORING ZANE STATE COLLEGE FOR ITS NO. 9 RANKING OF 
 BEST 2-YEAR COLLEGES IN THE NATION, AS REPORTED BY WASHINGTON MONTHLY

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                         HON. ZACHARY T. SPACE

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 11, 2008

  Mr. SPACE. Madam Speaker:
  Whereas, Zane State College in Zanesville, Ohio, has achieved the 
distinction of being ranked the 9th Best 2-Year College in the Nation, 
as reported by Washington Monthly magazine.
  Whereas, this ranking is based on Zane State College's graduation 
rates that are approaching three times the national average and on 
student feedback as collected in the Community College Survey of 
Student Engagement, which measures how well the Nation's 2-year 
colleges use teaching techniques that lead to better learning; and
  Whereas, 43 percent of all college freshmen begin their education at 
2-year institutions, which is an important reason for comparing 
effectiveness and student experiences at 2-year colleges; and
  Whereas, Zane State College's academic challenge, high student-
faculty interaction, support for learners, and above-average graduation 
rates are testaments to Zane State College's impressive ability to meet 
the needs of its students, many of whom are the first in their families 
to ever attend college; and
  Whereas, collaborative support from the community surrounding Zane 
State College has played an important role in the success of these 
students as well; and
  Whereas, Zane State College's well-deserved ranking is also due to 
the highly effective leadership demonstrated by its president and its 
supportive boards. Thanks to this leadership, and to a philosophy of 
``personal touch'' demonstrated by faculty and staff, Zane State 
College has rightfully earned its rank as one of the best 2-year 
colleges in America; and be it
  Resolved, that along with its friends, family, and the residents of 
the 18th Congressional District, I commend and thank Zane State College 
for its outstanding service to students, families, and the Zanesville 
community. Congratulations to Zane State College on its ranking as 
number 9 among 2-year colleges in the U.S.

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