Virginia 2025 Regular Session

Virginia Senate Bill SJR389

Introduced
2/14/25  
Engrossed
2/19/25  
Enrolled
2/20/25  

Caption

Commending Janet Gullickson, Ed.D.

Impact

The resolution highlights Dr. Gullickson's achievements in enhancing enrollment at Germanna Community College, with increased numbers noted in every term over the last three years. Under her leadership, the college has also gained multiple national recognitions and has developed innovative programs, such as work-based learning initiatives and a groundbreaking mobile classroom program in partnership with Amazon Web Services, the first of its kind in the nation.

Summary

SJR389 is a commemorative resolution recognizing Dr. Janet Gullickson upon her retirement from her role as president of Germanna Community College. Having served in education for over 40 years, Dr. Gullickson notably became the first woman to hold the presidency at Germanna Community College, leading it for the past eight years. Throughout her tenure, she has been instrumental in fostering educational opportunities that have significantly contributed to workforce development and economic growth in the surrounding regions.

Contention

While the resolution serves purely to commend Dr. Gullickson and does not introduce any legal changes or legislative disputes, it reflects the importance of leadership in educational institutions and acknowledges the positive outcomes of her administration. The recognition positions her legacy as a significant influence on the community college structure and its continued development, reflecting a broader commitment to education in Virginia as well as the enhancements made in current educational offerings.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

VA HJR397

Commending Janet V. Green.

VA SR105

Commending Janet Muldoon.

VA HR602

Commending Lisa Pennycuff, Ed.D.

VA SJR43

Celebrating the life of Janet Marie Brooking.

VA HJR605

Commending Janet Rainey.

VA HJR482

Commending Dr. Donald James Finley.

VA SJR223

Commending Thomas Taylor, Ed.D.

VA HR603

Commending Mervin B. Daugherty, Ed.D.

VA HR423

Commending Reuban Rodriguez, Ed.D.

VA HR334

Commending Thomas Taylor, Ed.D.

Similar Bills

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