[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 153 (Thursday, September 21, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E877]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF OWENS COMMUNITY COLLEGE'S FINDLAY 
                                 CAMPUS

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                          HON. ROBERT E. LATTA

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 21, 2023

  Mr. LATTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 40th 
anniversary of Owens Community College's Findlay Campus in Findlay, 
Ohio. Throughout the years, Owens has been a comprehensive community 
college providing educational opportunities and training to the 
residents of our communities. The hard work and spirit shown by 
generations of students and faculty have made Owens an outstanding 
educational institution.
  Originally, Owens Community College was founded in 1965 in Wood 
County. The college was name after Michael J. Owens, a Toledo-based 
inventor of automated glass bottle-making technology. In 1983 Owens 
opened their Findlay Campus which occupies more than 60 acres. With 
their new campus, Owens was able to expand its coverage and continue to 
provide education to students from all walks of life. Currently, 
Owens's service district includes Lucas, Wood, Hancock, and parts of 
Ottawa counties.
  Owens Community College offers more than 160 programs and 
certificates to its students who are preparing for a career, retraining 
for a new career, seeking professional development, or obtaining 
credits to transfer to a 4-year college or university. Their dedicated 
faculty members bring industry knowledge, information, and ideas into 
the classroom to provide students with a better understanding, how 
studies will translate into careers. Outside the classroom, students 
can experience an enriching campus life through student activities, 
clubs and organizations, athletics, and volunteer activities.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in paying special tribute 
to Owens Community College and its students, faculty, and 
administration on this remarkable occasion. By celebrating the 40th 
anniversary, community members and Ohio residents recognize Owens's 
contribution to its students and the surrounding communities. 
Congratulations to Owens Community College on this significant 
milestone.

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