[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 142 (Wednesday, September 30, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1398]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      HONORING CAL IN THE CAPITAL

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                            HON. BARBARA LEE

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 30, 2015

  Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 50th anniversary of 
the University of California, Berkeley Public Service Center's ``Cal in 
the Capital'' internship program; long known as one of the premier 
internship programs in Washington D.C.
  Since 1965, this student-led organization has prepared 75 UC Berkeley 
students each year for once in a lifetime internship opportunities. 
Placement opportunities include: across all levels of government, the 
nonprofit sector, think tanks, and within our most advanced research 
institutions.
  In its 50th year, Cal in the Capital has afforded a total of 3,745 
interns the platform to engage in 1,608,489 hours of service. Their 
dedication to public service and civic engagement is showcased through 
real world experiences and professional growth platforms.
  Through its offerings, Cal in the Capital has been providing 
leadership, service learning, and internship opportunities to the 
students of my alma mater, UC Berkeley. Their program has successfully 
demonstrated, for half a century, the benefits of combining world-class 
education with hands-on experience in the effort to prepare their 
students for a life of public service.
  Alumni of the program have gone on to serve in various capacities of 
public service. Some worked within presidential administrations, some 
went on to advocate for workers' rights, and some even became sitting 
Members of Congress. I too was once a Cal in the Capital intern for a 
great warrior, statesman and my predecessor, Congressman Ron Dellums. I 
remember my time as an intern fondly, and can tell you without 
hesitation that this program changed my life, as it has for so many 
others.
  Because of my experience with the program, I have always enjoyed 
having the privilege of hosting Cal in the Capital interns in my 
congressional office. The passion and dedication that these student 
leaders display toward serving their country, their communities, and 
those whose voices too often go unheard is an inspiration to all.
  On behalf of the residents of California's 13th Congressional 
District, I congratulate University of California, Berkeley, for its 
Cal in the Capital program and salute its 50 years of service to our 
community. I thank the UC Public Service Center for providing its 
students with decades of public service opportunities while leading the 
nation in developing the next generation of leaders.

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