Daniel Akaka actually said...

"I want to use the word 'diverse,' because your teachers have very diverse backgrounds, and that helps the educational process as well."

"We need to continue to build stronger relationships between agencies and universities to help foster academic programs that prepare students for Federal service."

"For internship programs to succeed, they must not only meet agency needs, but also provide career development and training for participants that prepare them for a career in Federal service."

"I wanted to compliment you and your program because I have spoken to teachers out there in Hawaii who are part of your program, and they have worked in different areas where they have made a differenc..."