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Cerro Coso Community College Foundation President Solomon Rajaratnam
administers the oath of office to new Foundation board members Paul Valovich
and Mark Swett. Swett joins the Foundation after working for the Naval
Warfare Center for 23 years. He worked on explosives, rocket
propellant and the design and testing of various weapons and weapons
systems. "I am happy to be part of the Foundation and to help raise
awareness of the College Foundation in the community to better serve our
students," stated Mark Swett.
Valovich, is a director of business development for DCS Corporation.
He retired from the US Navy after a 30 year career in Naval Aviation and
RDT&E including two tours at China Lake and one as Commanding Officer of
Naval Air Station Point Mugu.
"I am looking forward to assisting the College and Foundation in meeting the
needs of local employers and giving our students more educational
opportunities," stated Paul Valovich.
The Foundation was established in 1977, as a non-profit corporation
organized to receive scholarships and gifts on behalf of Cerro Coso
Community College. The Foundation's primary purpose is to promote the
welfare of the College.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Natalie Dorrell, Public Information (760) 384-6260