[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 150 (2004), Part 13]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 18003]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]


    HONORING THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE REDWOODS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 
                                DISTRICT

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                           HON. MIKE THOMPSON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 9, 2004

  Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition 
of the 40th anniversary of the founding of the Redwoods Community 
College District in Humboldt County, California.
  On January 14, 1964 citizens of Humboldt County gathered, with strong 
community support, to establish the Redwoods Community College 
District. College of the Redwoods enabled residents of the North Coast 
of California to begin their academic journey with an outstanding 
curriculum which prepared them to meet their educational goals.
  On June 11, 1966, College of the Redwoods graduated its first class. 
Today the college serves students in Humboldt, Trinity, coastal 
Mendocino and Del Norte Counties providing 107 degree and certificate 
programs.
  College of the Redwoods meets the needs of students for transfer 
preparation and career training. It provides skilled workers for local 
businesses and assists in regional economic development efforts. 
College of the Redwoods serves over 10,000 individuals each year and is 
a valued asset to the community.
  The Redwoods Community College District is committed to maximizing 
the success of each student with an exceptional faculty and a diversity 
of courses so that each student can achieve appropriate educational 
outcomes and develop an appreciation for life-long learning. In 
partnership with other local agencies, the college provides enrichment 
to the community and enhances the economic vitality of the Redwood 
Coast of California.
  College of the Redwoods is ably served by the dedication of its 
faculty and staff, President, Dr. Casey Crabill, and by its Board of 
Directors.
  Mr. Speaker, it is appropriate at this time that we recognize the 
Redwoods Community College District on the occasion of its 40th 
anniversary.

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