Texas House Bill HR158

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

• Introduced: 1/23/09
• Enrolled: 1/27/09
• Passed: 1/27/09

Caption

Honoring Dr. Carlisle Baxter Rathburn III on his appointment as president of Texas A&M University--Texarkana.

Impact

The resolution serves not only as a formal recognition of Dr. Rathburn's achievements but also as a signal of support from the Texas House of Representatives for his future endeavors at Texas A&M University--Texarkana. It acknowledges the importance of strong leadership in higher education institutions and the role of committed administrators in fostering academic excellence.

Summary

House Resolution 158 honors Dr. Carlisle Baxter Rathburn III on his appointment as the president of Texas A&M University--Texarkana. The resolution highlights Dr. Rathburn's extensive career in higher education, detailing his previous leadership roles at institutions such as the University of Florida, Santa Fe Community College, Valencia Community College, and Savannah Technical College. It commends his ability to drive institutional growth and redevelopment, emphasizing his success in increasing enrollment and improving facilities at Savannah Technical College.

Contention

While the resolution is largely celebratory and uncontroversial, it implicitly underscores the ongoing challenges faced by higher education institutions in areas such as enrollment growth, infrastructure improvement, and meeting community needs. There may be a broader context of competition among educational institutions for leadership quality and the resources necessary to maintain and elevate academic standards.