[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 142 (Thursday, September 22, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1690]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 HONORING THE COUNTY COLLEGE OF MORRIS

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                      HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 22, 2011

  Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the County 
College of Morris, located in Randolph, New Jersey, for its outstanding 
record as an academic institution.
  CCM has long been representative of academic excellence in the State 
of New Jersey. Since the opening of its doors in 1968, the school has 
provided a diverse and enriching environment for both students and 
faculty alike. With the understanding that their institution provides 
our future leaders with the knowledge, education and experience they 
will need to excel in their lives, the faculty and staff of CCM have 
embraced the responsibility of creating a solid foundation from which 
our young people will grow.
  Much of the CCM's success can be attributed to the exceptional 
leadership of Dr. Edward J. Yaw, who is celebrating his 25th 
Anniversary as President of CCM. In accordance with its mission to 
provide dynamic, challenging, high quality and accessible academic 
programs, Dr. Yaw helped to establish the CCM Foundation in 1987, which 
aims to help ease the burden of college. Since its inception, the CCM 
Foundation has raised more than $7 million to support programs, 
scholarships, staff development and numerous other projects that, while 
not funded through tuition and public support, are vital to the 
development of CCM students.
  Under the leadership of Dr. Yaw, who was awarded the Community 
College Spirit Award in 2008 for his exemplary service to New Jersey's 
community colleges, CCM continues to modernize and expand the college's 
facilities. In a burgeoning society that is ever introducing new 
technology, CCM ensures its students have access to the resources 
necessary to develop the skills vital to success in the world beyond 
the classroom.
  Since its founding, CCM has been a positive force in the lives of 
thousands of men and women who pass through its halls. Those it has 
influenced over the years continue to serve as leaders and role models 
in communities all over the world. Thanks to devoted faculty and staff, 
like Dr. Yaw, CCM continues to flourish and provide education for those 
seeking to further their knowledge and learning.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my colleagues to join me in honoring and 
recognizing the achievements of the County College of Morris and those 
who devote themselves to its continuing success as an institution of 
higher learning.

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