[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 17 (Monday, February 2, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E141-E142]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            BARNARD COLLEGE FOUNDERS DAY--125TH ANNIVERSARY

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                          HON. JERROLD NADLER

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, February 2, 2015

  Mr. NADLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to join the people of New York's 
tenth congressional district in recognition of Barnard College for 125 
years of dedication and commitment to providing a rigorous liberal arts 
education to talented women from all over the world. On October 26, 
2014, Barnard opened its campus to the community, and the entire City 
of New York, in celebration of its 125th anniversary, sharing the 
``Barnard experience'' with all who visit.
   In 125 years of education and service, Barnard has established an 
incomparable legacy and has become an integral part of its community, 
as well as the entire city beyond its historic Morningside Heights 
campus. Since its founding in 1889, the College has produced many 
distinguished alumni who have gone on to be leaders in nearly every 
field of endeavor. Today's students are following in their footsteps by 
impacting not just their campus or New York City, but the entire world. 
In commemoration of the 125th anniversary, the Barnard women have again 
chosen outreach as their most important message and have pledged to 
perform 125 Days of Service in New York City and beyond.
   Over the years, I have been proud to work with the College in some 
of its many pursuits of supporting and developing collaborations 
between the College and many on- and off-campus constituencies. Through 
these efforts, Barnard has made a positive impact throughout the city, 
particularly in the Morningside Heights and Harlem communities.
   Barnard participates in numerous community partnerships and 
initiatives, both through

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annual contributions as well as organizing volunteer opportunities with 
local organizations like Morningside-Area Alliance, Community Impact, 
the Friends of Morningside Park, the Friends of Riverside Park, and the 
Broadway Mall Group. It has also worked to provide educational 
opportunities to young people in its community, working together with 
groups like St. John the Divine's ACT summer camp program, Tompkins 
Hall, and the Learning Center. And through an annual bike-a-thon, it 
raises funds for Columbia Community Service, with donations and 
participation increasing every year.
   In addition to its foundational commitment of educating promising 
young women, the College has historically reached out to those students 
who may be otherwise hindered by a lack of access to opportunities, 
which I commend. This has resulted in a diverse and inclusive student 
body, faculty, and staff.
   For all this and more, I would like to honor Barnard College for 125 
years of significant and enduring contributions to the civic life of 
our community and the scholarship of our Nation. I wish the College the 
best of luck in its future endeavors, as I know it will continue to 
impact the lives of its students and its fellow community members 
throughout New York City and the world. I ask my colleagues to please 
join me in recognizing Barnard College's efforts.

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