[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 187 (Friday, November 7, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1045]
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            CELEBRATING VICTORIA COLLEGE'S 100TH ANNIVERSARY

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                           HON. MICHAEL CLOUD

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, November 7, 2025

  Mr. CLOUD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Victoria College, one 
of the oldest community colleges in Texas, as it celebrates its 100th 
year anniversary.
  For generations, Victoria College has served families across the 
Golden Crescent region, and each year, thousands of students enter its 
doors for education and training. In 1925, Victoria College had a 
humble beginning in a small classroom on the third floor of a high 
school with just over 50 students. 100 years later, the campus now 
spans more than 60 acres and enrolls over 6,000 students each year.
  The growth and success of Victoria College has been invaluable to the 
regional and economic development of the Coastal Bend region, and the 
seven counties it serves (Victoria, DeWitt, Calhoun, Jackson, Refugio, 
Gonzales and Lavaca). Students can earn degrees or certificates in a 
number of different programs, including Business & Technology, 
Industrial Trades, Public Service, and much more. As an institution, 
Victoria College has been integral in deepening relationships between 
businesses, government officials, and the regional workforce for 
decades.
  Its enduring success is a testament to its identity as an established 
community partner. Beyond its comprehensive program offerings and its 
dedicated staff, Victoria College contributes to local cultural and 
heritage growth. The Museum of the Coastal Bend, located on campus, 
showcases the rich history of the coastal region. The Leo J. Center for 
the Performing Arts is owned and operated by the College, and the 
state-of-the-art Emerging Technology Complex is used for professional 
development, conferences, and local events.
  On this 100th Anniversary, I ask my colleagues to join me in 
celebrating Victoria College and its long-standing history as an 
example of the importance of civic institutions for the preservation of 
our future generations.

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