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Recognizing America's Historically Black Colleges And Universities

Date: Sept. 28, 2006
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Higher Education


RECOGNIZING AMERICA'S HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES -- (Extensions of Remarks - September 28, 2006)

SPEECH OF HON. BETTY McCOLLUM OF MINNESOTA
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2006

* Ms. McCOLLUM of Minnesota. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to join with my colleagues in recognizing some of our Nation's most distinguished institutions of higher learning: America's Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

* The critical role of HBCUs in preparing our Nation's students for work and life is undeniable. Nearly 14 percent of our country's African American college students are enrolled at HBCUs. These young men and women are preparing to be our future community and civic leaders, business owners, teachers, artists, scientists, and scholars.

* This year's HBCUs Week, which is themed ``The Tradition Continues: New Successes and Challenges,'' reminds us all of the important partnership between the Federal Government in ensuring access for all those who seek a higher education and the institutions that provide the opportunities for students to learn and prepare them for a competitive workforce.

* HBCUs not only educate students, but they also conduct ground-breaking research and engage in community outreach--helping to ensure our Nation's higher education system remains the best in the world. It is critical that Congress continues to support the unique role our HBCUs play in our Nation's higher education system. I extend my sincere appreciation and regard for HBCUs and their faculty, staff, and students as we celebrate Historically Black Colleges and Universities Week.

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