SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 50
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Golden Soror Constance Washington, a 50-year member of
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, who is being honored by
the Alpha Xi Omega Chapter at its 2017 Founders' Day Luncheon on
February 4; and
WHEREAS, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority was established at
Howard University in 1908; through programs of service, the
sorority has long worked to encourage young women to develop high
standards of character and to strive for excellence in
educational achievement; the Alpha Xi Omega Chapter annually
recognizes long-standing members of the sorority at its
Founders' Day Luncheon; and
WHEREAS, For 50 years, Constance Washington has remained a
loyal Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority member, and she has served as a
mentor and role model to countless sisters; and
WHEREAS, Constance Washington is truly deserving of
recognition for her longtime membership in Alpha Kappa Alpha
Sorority and for the important role she has played in helping the
sorority to fulfill its mission of encouraging high scholastic
and ethical standards, promoting unity and friendship,
addressing the concerns of girls and young women, and being of
service to all mankind; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby commend Golden Soror Constance Washington on
her dedicated service and her many achievements and extend to her
congratulations on being honored by the Alpha Xi Omega Chapter of
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority at its 2017 Founders' Day Luncheon;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
her as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
West
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on January 24, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate