81R38357 JGH-D
By: Giddings H.R. No. 2955
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The 2009 Founder's Observance at Paul Quinn College
took place March 28 through April 4, with alumni, faculty, and
students joining together to celebrate the theme of "137 Years of
Combining Intellect with Faith"; and
WHEREAS, One of the oldest liberal arts colleges founded for
African American students, the institution was originally known as
the Connectional College, and it opened its doors in Austin in 1872,
thanks to the work of Bishop J. M. Brown and other members of the
African Methodist Episcopal Church; after moving to Waco and
becoming known as Waco College, the institution came under the
direction of Bishop William Paul Quinn, who oversaw an expansion of
its curriculum and facilities; in 1881, the college was chartered
by the State of Texas and was renamed in honor of Bishop Quinn; and
WHEREAS, Through the decades, Paul Quinn College has
continued to benefit from the work of determined leaders and
dedicated educators; these individuals have maintained the
institution's mission of providing a quality, faith-based
education to students while also helping the school to grow and
adapt to a changing world; in 1990, Paul Quinn College relocated to
Dallas, and it is now celebrating its 19th year in North Texas; and
WHEREAS, This admirable place of higher learning has prepared
numerous generations of students for productive futures, and the
weeklong Founder's Observance offered a welcome opportunity to
reflect on the many achievements and advancements that have been
effected by its educators and alumni and to express support for the
institution's ongoing work; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the 2009 Founder's Observance at
Paul Quinn College and commend the school's faculty, students, and
staff for their continuing commitment to this outstanding
institution; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the college as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.