[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 205 (Wednesday, December 13, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1222]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




HONORING THE CONTRA COSTA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT'S 75TH ANNIVERSARY

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                          HON. MARK DeSAULNIER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 13, 2023

  Mr. DeSAULNIER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today along with my colleagues, 
Representatives John Garamendi and Josh Harder, to recognize the 
contributions of the Contra Costa Community College District (4CD) on 
its 75th anniversary.
  For 75 years, 4CD has been a vital part of Contra Costa County. 
Founded on December 14, 1948 by a countywide vote, 4CD was the first 
countywide junior college district in California. Since its inception, 
4CD has committed itself to providing quality and affordable higher 
education to students of all backgrounds. Serving over 45,000 students 
each year at their campuses in San Pablo, Pleasant Hill, Pittsburg, San 
Ramon, and Brentwood, 4CD creates an academic environment that promotes 
cultural competency, diversity, and community engagement.
  The district offers a wide range of courses allowing students to 
purse an associate degree, transfer to a four-year university, or hone 
in on their professional skills through specialized vocational and 
technical trainings. 4CD also offers a number of courses that use open 
educational resources, helping to cut costs on textbooks. 4CD's more 
than 3,600 employees are devoted to empowering all students to fulfill 
their educational and career aspirations by providing accessible, 
equitable, innovative, and outstanding higher education learning 
opportunities and support services.
  Please join me and Representatives John Garamendi and Josh Harder in 
recognizing the Contra Costa Community College District for their many 
contributions to our community and in congratulating them on their 75th 
anniversary.

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