SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 43
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Pearl Soror Rosie M. Collins Sorrells, a 65-year member
of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, who is being honored
by Alpha Xi Omega Chapter at its 2021 Founders' Day event; and
WHEREAS, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, is an
international service organization that was founded on the
campus of Howard University in 1908; it is the oldest
Greek-lettered organization established by African American
college-educated women; and
WHEREAS, Rosie M. Collins Sorrells was inducted into the
Beta Kappa Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority in 1956; over
the years, she has remained a loyal member of the sorority and has
served as a mentor and role model to countless sisters; and
WHEREAS, Rosie M. Collins Sorrells is truly deserving of
recognition for her longtime membership in and service to Alpha
Kappa Alpha Sorority and for the important role she has played in
helping to encourage leadership, scholarship, personal
development, and community service through the sorority's
programs; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th
Legislature, hereby commend Pearl Soror Rosie M. Collins
Sorrells 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, Incorporated, at its
2021 Founders' Day event; 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 February 9, 2021.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate