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2017 First Extraordinary Session
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 8
BY REPRESENTATIVE JAMES
A RESOLUTION
To commend Mia Geneice Gaines upon becoming a member of the 2016-2017 coterie of
debutantes presented by the Nu Gamma Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha
Sorority, Incorporated.
WHEREAS, it is appropriate to commend Miss Mia Geneice Gaines upon being
selected to join the 2016-2017 coterie of debutantes presented by the Nu Gamma Omega
Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated; and
WHEREAS, founded at Howard University in Washington, D.C., in 1908, Alpha
Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated has the distinction of being the first sorority established
by African-American college women; and
WHEREAS, Alpha Kappa Alpha’s mission is to cultivate and encourage high
scholastic and ethical standards, to promote unity and friendship among college women, to
study and help alleviate problems concerning girls and women in order to improve their
social stature, to maintain a progressive interest in college life, and to be of "Service to All
Mankind"; and
WHEREAS, on February 16, 1980, the Nu Gamma Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa
Alpha Sorority, Incorporated was chartered as the second alumnae chapter in the Baton
Rouge Metropolitan area; and
WHEREAS, the chapter, through its annual sponsorship of the coterie of debutantes,
is able to introduce worthy young ladies into society, provide scholarships for academic
achievers, and uphold the sorority's mission to raise the status of African-American girls and
women; and
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WHEREAS, Miss Mia Geneice Gaines has been selected for the distinguished honor
of joining the 2016-2017 coterie of debutantes presented by Nu Gamma Omega; and
WHEREAS, Miss Gaines is the beloved granddaughter of Geneva Jordan, the late
Lionel James, the late Margie Gaines, and the late Henry Gaines; and
WHEREAS, Miss Gaines is a senior at Dutchtown High School in Geismar,
Louisiana, where she maintains an impressive 3.28 GPA; and
WHEREAS, she is a member of the Dutchtown High School track and field team,
vocal ensemble, thespians, and Honor Society; she also serves as a youth intern at Healing
Place Church; and
WHEREAS, upon graduation, Miss Gaines plans to attend Louisiana State University
where she will pursue a degree in Performing Arts; and
WHEREAS, the success of the state of Louisiana, the strength of our communities,
and the overall vitality of American society depend upon the dedication and talents of young
people like Miss Gaines; and
WHEREAS, Miss Gaines merits a special measure of commendation for the pride
and honor she brings to her family, friends, community, and to the state of Louisiana.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the House of Representatives of the
Legislature of Louisiana does hereby commend Miss Mia Geneice Gaines upon joining the
2016-2017 coterie of debutantes presented by the Nu Gamma Omega Chapter of Alpha
Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated; does hereby recognize and record for posterity her
outstanding achievements and singular contributions; and does hereby extend to her best
wishes for continued success and happiness in her future endeavors.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a suitable copy of this Resolution be transmitted
to Mia Geneice Gaines.
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
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