H.R. No. 1077
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Huston-Tillotson University Concert Choir is
performing on April 10, 2011, at Trinity United Methodist Church in
Houston; and
WHEREAS, Sponsored annually by the local chapter of the
Huston-Tillotson International Alumni Association, the performance
will showcase numerous classical and gospel pieces and promises to
be a moving experience for all those in attendance; and
WHEREAS, The history of Huston-Tillotson University dates
back more than a century to the founding of Tillotson College by the
American Missionary Association of the Congregational churches and
of Samuel Huston College by the United Methodist Church, both of
which served to educate the African American community; the two
schools merged in 1952, and Huston-Tillotson University has
continued to provide an exemplary education grounded in the liberal
arts and sciences, balanced with professional development, and
directed to public service and leadership; and
WHEREAS, Home to an increasingly diverse population, the
school awards undergraduate degrees in business, education, the
humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, and science and
technology, and it has a vibrant intercollegiate athletics program;
and
WHEREAS, Members of the Huston-Tillotson Concert Choir
distinguish themselves through their talent and dedication, and it
is indeed a pleasure to recognize the group at this time; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby honor the Huston-Tillotson University Concert
Choir on the occasion of its annual Houston concert and extend
sincere best wishes to all those in attendance for an enjoyable and
memorable event; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the Huston-Tillotson University Concert Choir as an
expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.
Dutton
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1077 was adopted by the House on April
14, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House