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100TH ANNIVERSARY OF SAN BERNARDINO VALLEY COLLEGE

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On 2026-04-30, Senator Adam B. Schiff (D-CA) delivered a floor speech titled "100TH ANNIVERSARY OF SAN BERNARDINO VALLEY COLLEGE" in the Senate. The speech addressed taxes and also covered the environment, trade policy. It referenced legislation including S2166, S2167, S100.

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100TH ANNIVERSARY OF SAN BERNARDINO VALLEY COLLEGE

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 76 (Thursday, April 30, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 76 (Thursday, April 30, 2026)] [Senate] [Pages S2166-S2167] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF SAN BERNARDINO VALLEY COLLEGE Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. President, I rise today to honor and celebrate the 100th anniversary of San Bernardino Valley College, a milestone that reflects a century of educational opportunity, service, and community impact. On June 23, 1926, the first board of trustees convened at a site on the east side of Mount Vernon Avenue, between downtown San Bernardino and Colton, and cast a forward-looking vision for higher education in a rapidly growing region that would later be known as the Inland Empire. What began as the San Bernardino Valley Union Junior College District has since become a cornerstone institution, educating generations of students and strengthening the economic and civic life of San Bernardino County. The land, however, holds a deeper history. Long before modern institutions were established, the area was home to the Serrano people, whose descendants include the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians. Their enduring presence and stewardship of the land and San Bernardino Valley College are an important part of the history and deserve recognition as we reflect on the progress and institutions built here. For 100 years, San Bernardino Valley College has served as a gateway to opportunity, opening doors for first-generation students, veterans, working [[Page S2167]] families, and lifelong learners. Through academic transfer programs, career and technical education, and workforce development, the college has remained responsive to the evolving needs of the community it serves. Its innovative partnerships with key institutions like the San Bernardino City Unified School District and the San Bernardino Municipal Water District have greatly benefited students, employers, and the local economy. Through times of change and challenge, San Bernardino Valley College has upheld its commitment to equity, access, and student success. The dedication of its faculty, staff, and administrators has fostered a supportive learning environment that empowers students to achieve their goals and contribute meaningfully to their communities. The college marked a historic milestone on May 23, 2025, by graduating its largest class ever. A total of 1,765 students were honored, with more than 2,500 degrees and certificates conferred, the highest number in the college's 100-year history. As San Bernardino Valley College marks this centennial milestone, we celebrate not only its mission, but its enduring legacy and its promise for the future. I ask all Members to join me in celebrating the centennial of San Bernardino Valley College and wish them continued success. ____________________

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100TH ANNIVERSARY OF SAN BERNARDINO VALLEY COLLEGE Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 76 (Thursday, April 30, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 76 (Thursday, April 30, 2026)] [Senate] [Pages S2166-S2167] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF SAN BERNARDINO VALLEY COLLEGE Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. President, I rise today to honor and celebrate the 100th anniversary of San Bernardino Valley College, a milestone that reflects a century of educational opportunity, service, and community impact. On June 23, 1926, the first board of trustees convened at a site on the east side of Mount Vernon Avenue, between downtown San Bernardino and Colton, and cast a forward-looking vision for higher education in a rapidly growing region that would later be known as the Inland Empire. What began as the San Bernardino Valley Union Junior College District has since become a cornerstone institution, educating generations of students and strengthening the economic and civic life of San Bernardino County. The land, however, holds a deeper history. Long before modern institutions were established, the area was home to the Serrano people, whose descendants include the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians. Their enduring presence and stewardship of the land and San Bernardino Valley College are an important part of the history and deserve recognition as we reflect on the progress and institutions built here. For 100 years, San Bernardino Valley College has served as a gateway to opportunity, opening doors for first-generation students, veterans, working [[Page S2167]] families, and lifelong learners. Through academic transfer programs, career and technical education, and workforce development, the college has remained responsive to the evolving needs of the community it serves. Its innovative partnerships with key institutions like the San Bernardino City Unified School District and the San Bernardino Municipal Water District have greatly benefited students, employers, and the local economy. Through times of change and challenge, San Bernardino Valley College has upheld its commitment to equity, access, and student success. The dedication of its faculty, staff, and administrators has fostered a supportive learning environment that empowers students to achieve their goals and contribute meaningfully to their communities. The college marked a historic milestone on May 23, 2025, by graduating its largest class ever. A total of 1,765 students were honored, with more than 2,500 degrees and certificates conferred, the highest number in the college's 100-year history. As San Bernardino Valley College marks this centennial milestone, we celebrate not only its mission, but its enduring legacy and its promise for the future. I ask all Members to join me in celebrating the centennial of San Bernardino Valley College and wish them continued success. ____________________