[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 70 (Friday, May 9, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E742]
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     HONORING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE WOMEN'S UNIVERSITY CLUB

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                           HON. JIM McDERMOTT

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 9, 2014

  Mr. McDERMOTT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 100th 
anniversary of the Women's University Club in Seattle. For a century 
this commendable organization has been a steadfast leader within the 
women's movement and a critical source of education and empowerment for 
women throughout Seattle and the United States.
   Since its founding in 1914, WUC has continuously broadened its reach 
throughout the community to meet increasing demand for social and 
educational fulfillment. What started as a small, local establishment 
to network and learn grew into a treasured institution with 900 current 
members representing over 400 different colleges and universities. The 
home of WUC, which was built in 1922, proudly stands today as a local 
and national historical landmark.
   I applaud WUC for generously committing its resources to 
scholarships and community service. Since 2003, 31 scholarships have 
been awarded to deserving young women seeking to pursue higher 
education. WUC helps keep the American Dream alive by providing hard-
working individuals with the networking and educational opportunities 
to permanently improve their lives. With the publication of a 
commemorative book, The First 100 Years: Women's University Club of 
Seattle, 1914-2014, WUC shares the rich tapestry of its first century 
and reaffirms its commitment to remain a stalwart presence in the 
community for the future.
   I would like to convey my sincere congratulations to WUC on its 
proud centennial and express my heartfelt gratitude for all the WUC has 
done over this last century.