81R14171 JNC-D By: Kuempel H.R. No. 898 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Luke R. Tiemann marked a milestone in his academic career with his December 2008 graduation from The University of Texas at Austin; and WHEREAS, Obtaining a bachelor's degree in communication studies, Mr. Tiemann specialized in human relations and minored in business, also earning a Business Foundations Certificate; he was named to the UT Dean's Honor List and the Athletic Director Honor Roll; and WHEREAS, This notable young Texan shared his time with a number of worthwhile organizations during his college career; he volunteered his time to mentor a fifth-grade student, and as a member of the Texas Cowboys student organization, he worked with the ARC of the Capital Area and assisted with charity events; and WHEREAS, Also a talented athlete, Mr. Tiemann was a member of The University of Texas Longhorns football team, and he was awarded a scholarship from the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame; his free time is often spent traveling, hunting, and enjoying barbecue; and WHEREAS, Luke Tiemann has demonstrated a dedication to achieving his goals that will serve him well in the years to come, and all those who know him look forward to watching as a career of great promise unfolds; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Luke R. Tiemann on his graduation from The University of Texas at Austin and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Tiemann as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.