[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 167 (Thursday, October 12, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E959-E960]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        HONORING THE 2023 WOMEN OF THE YEAR: DR. KIMBERLY ROGERS

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                          HON. JOHN GARAMENDI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 12, 2023

  Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker Pro Tempore, I rise today to recognize the 
contributions of Dr. Kimberly Rogers as she is honored as one of 
California's 8th Congressional District's Women of the Year. Kimberly 
is a passionate public servant who has demonstrated tireless dedication 
in higher education as an administrator and teacher over the past 20 
years. Since June 2022, Kimberly has served as President of Contra 
Costa College in San Pablo, having previously served as Vice President 
of Instruction. Contra Costa College currently serves over 5,600 
students in our community. As President, Kimberly has spearheaded 
efforts to greatly expand student services such as launching the Free 
Lunch program, increasing mental health services, extending housing 
assistance, expanding access to professional attire, and increasing

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staffing. Under President Rogers' leadership, Contra Costa College has 
reversed yearslong enrollment declines and bolstered academic and 
career opportunities with the creation of the Mathematics Engineering 
Science Achievement program, the college's admission to the Achieving 
the Dream program and the Rising Scholars Network, and more. Kimberly 
is known for her unwavering commitment to improving higher education 
and dedication to bringing about positive change for Contra Costa 
College and its students. On behalf of the people of California's 8th 
Congressional District, it is my pleasure to honor and recognize Dr. 
Kimberly Rogers for her positive contributions to our community.

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