College Access and Opportunity Act of 2005

COLLEGE ACCESS AND OPPORTUNITY ACT OF 2005 -- (House of Representatives - March 29, 2006)

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Mrs. CAPITO. Mr. Chairman, I rise to highlight the designation of West Virginia State University as an eligible school for the Historically Black Graduate Institutions (HBGI) program in H.R. 609, the College Access and Opportunity Act of 2006. The designation was included today in the McKeon Manager's Amendment.

The HBGI program is an important tool in enhancing innovative math and science education programs at our Nation's Historically Black Colleges and Universities. West Virginia State University was designated as a Title III University under the Higher Education Act of 1965 and has participated as an undergraduate Title III Part B institution since 1989.

In 2003, West Virginia State began offering a unique Master's Degree in Biotechnology that emphasizes the skills a biologist will need in the 21st century. The program also studies new technologies and concepts in the biotechnology field. Graduates will be prepared for careers or further studies in Health Care, Biotechnology, or Environmental Sciences.

It is important that our Nation provide the resources necessary to remain the world's leader in science and technology research. Our Nation's education system and especially our colleges and universities are on the front lines in keeping America competitive in the world economy.

I want to recognize Dr. Hazo Carter, President of West Virginia State University and Dr. Orlando McMeans for their hard work in establishing the University as an eligible HBGI institution. I also want to thank Chairman MCKEON and the Education and Workforce Committee for working with me to include this important designation in H.R. 609.

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