H.R. No. 958
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Dr. Sebetha Jenkins retired in 2008 after a notable
18-year tenure as president of Jarvis Christian College; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Jenkins became the 10th president of Jarvis
Christian College and the institution's first female head in 1990,
and through the years, her dedication and ability to inspire others
have earned the respect and admiration of her colleagues; and
WHEREAS, Under her outstanding leadership, the school has
seen enrollment climb to its highest levels, as well as a marked
increase in alumni contributions and involvement; students have
also benefited from the addition of several new facilities,
including the Sebetha Jenkins Living and Learning Complex and the
Ronald L. Hay Student Services Center; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Jenkins has further distinguished herself as a
member of the President's Board of Advisors on Historically Black
Colleges and Universities, to which she was appointed by President
Bill Clinton; and
WHEREAS, Jarvis Christian College has been greatly enriched
by the dedication and vision that Dr. Sebetha Jenkins has brought to
the office of president, and it is indeed fitting that she be
honored for her achievements; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby recognize Dr. Sebetha Jenkins on the occasion of
her retirement as president of Jarvis Christian College and commend
her for her many years of service to the college; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Dr. Jenkins as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Hughes
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 958 was adopted by the House on March
26, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House