Recognizing the contributions of historically Black colleges and universities.

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Recognizes the significance of historically Black colleges and universities, which have been educating students for more than 100 years, and of title III of the Higher Education Act, which helps strengthen their academic quality, institutional management, and financial stability. Commends them for their commitment to academic excellence for all students, including low-income and educationally disadvantaged students. Urges their presidents, faculty, and staff to continue their efforts to recruit, retain, and graduate students who might otherwise not pursue a post-secondary education. Requests the President to issue a proclamation calling on the people of the Nation and interested groups to demonstrate support for historically Black colleges and universities with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs.

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• Introduced in House (text)

  Introduced in House · EN · 13 February 2003

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  Introduced in House · EN · 13 February 2003

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• Introduced in House

  summary · EN · 13 February 2003

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