H.R. No. 444
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Members of the Student Government and Alumni
Associations of Stephen F. Austin State University are visiting the
State Capitol on February 18, 2009, and this occasion provides a
fitting opportunity to welcome them and to commemorate the 85th
anniversary of this notable institution; and
WHEREAS, Stephen F. Austin State University was established
in 1923; that year, classes began on September 18, which also
happened to mark the birthday of the university's first president,
Dr. Alton W. Birdwell, and since then, more than 100,000 students
have graduated from SFA; with six colleges that offer more than 80
undergraduate majors in 120 areas of study, the institution
features the breadth of a state university education while giving
students the personal attention of a private school; in addition,
the graduate programs at SFA include nearly 60 master's and two
doctoral degrees; and
WHEREAS, The Student Government Association at SFA enhances
life on campus for about 12,000 students; as the voice of the
student body, the organization hears its concerns and makes
suggestions to university administrators; through its executive,
judicial, and legislative branches, SGA passes legislation and
works to ensure that the students' views are reflected in
university policies; the group also sponsors campus-wide events,
and it is a vital platform for the development of future political
leaders; and
WHEREAS, The SFA Alumni Association is another organization
that contributes to the university community; active in more than
20 chapters across the country, the alumni association is composed
of former students and friends of the university; with special
programs, scholarships, and activities, members of the group
demonstrate their continued support and loyalty for their alma
mater; and
WHEREAS, Throughout its rich history, Stephen F. Austin State
University has provided its students with an outstanding education
and a solid foundation for achievement and in so doing, it has
contributed to the prosperity of the Lone Star State; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby recognize February 18, 2009, as Stephen F.
Austin State University Day at the State Capitol and extend a warm
welcome to all those from the university who are visiting here
today; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That official copies of this resolution be prepared
for the Student Government Association and the Alumni Association
as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of
Representatives.
Christian
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 444 was adopted by the House on
February 18, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House