[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 112 (Thursday, July 7, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E700]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         HONORING OSCAR DE HARO

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                           HON. MIKE THOMPSON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, July 7, 2022

  Mr. THOMPSON of California. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor 
Oscar De Haro for his over 17 years of service as Superintendent of 
Student Affairs at Napa Valley College.
  Born in Jerez, Mexico, Mr. De Haro immigrated to St. Helena, 
California, at a young age. He worked in the vineyards in Napa Valley, 
the apple orchards in Sebastopol, and the strawberry fields in Salinas. 
After graduating high school, he earned a bachelor's degree in 
political science and public administration and a minor in Mexican 
American studies from San Jose State University. Prior to joining Napa 
Valley College, Mr. De Haro spent 16 years at Mendocino College as an 
Assistant Dean of Special Services and Programs and Dean of Student 
Services.
  Throughout his career, Mr. De Haro has made significant contributions 
to our community through his commitment to education and his efforts to 
uplift our Hispanic community. Mr. De Haro is recognized for 
spearheading the ``Declare Yourself'' campaign at Napa Valley College, 
allowing the college to become an Hispanic Serving Institution. Mr. De 
Haro is also recognized for his contributions to the Latinos in Napa 
History Project at Napa Valley College and the Legacy Bracero Program 
in Napa.
  In addition to his illustrious career, Mr. De Haro has taken on many 
philanthropic projects within our community. Mr. De Haro has helped 
organize the Cultural Festival at Napa Valley College, and he has been 
a strong supporter of the Dia de la Familia at St. John's the Baptist 
Catholic Church. He also serves as a member of the Multicultural 
Committee in St. Helena. Mr. De Haro always made himself available to 
his students, displaying genuine care and concern for their success in 
and out of the office. He has always been passionate about helping 
students achieve their goals and fervently believed that ``Students are 
our Business--Our only Business!'' After years of dedicated service, 
Mr. De Haro retired from his role at Napa Valley College on June 30, 
2022.
  Madam Speaker, it is evident that Mr. De Haro has worked tirelessly 
for the betterment of the Napa Valley community. Therefore, it is 
fitting and proper that we honor him here today.

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