SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 16
WHEREAS, The Texas Lyceum is celebrating the investiture
of its 2015 president, Jane Cummins, in Austin on January 22,
2015; and
WHEREAS, Observing its 35th anniversary in 2015, the Texas
Lyceum is dedicated to the Aristotelian pursuit of free and open
discussion of societal concerns in order to reach a consensus for
shaping a successful future; the organization's 96 directors
strive to identify and develop the next generation of top
leadership, to examine the interrelationships of the major
issues facing the state, to foster a greater understanding of
these issues among key decision makers, and to promote
stewardship of Texas values, traditions, and resources; and
WHEREAS, The Lyceum draws its directors from across the
state; active leaders in their communities, they are committed to
the betterment of Texas through the organization, which conducts
public forums, publishes the Lyceum Journal, commissions the
Texas Lyceum Poll, and convenes programs for the directors; the
diverse backgrounds, opinions, and expertise represented in the
group contribute significantly to the meaningful exploration of
constructive responses to the problems of the day; and
WHEREAS, For more than three decades, the Texas Lyceum has
worked to advance quality of life in the Lone Star State,
upholding a rich heritage of civic engagement, and it is indeed
fitting to recognize the organization as it embarks on the next
exciting chapter of its history; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
Legislature, hereby commemorate the investiture of Jane Cummins
as the 2015 president of the Texas Lyceum and commend the
organization for its 35 years of service; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the organization as an expression of high regard from the
Texas Senate.
Bettencourt
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on January 15, 2015.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate