88R28573(5) CJM-D By: Guerra H.R. No. 1580 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Clara Elliott of Austin has distinguished herself as a member of the first cohort of Luminary Scholars at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; and WHEREAS, This noteworthy scholarship program covers tuition and fees for four years of undergraduate education as well as additional years of professional or graduate studies; the program was unveiled in 2021 with the goal of improving student success and increasing educational opportunities; and WHEREAS, To earn selection as a Luminary Scholar, students must demonstrate exceptional academic ability, responsibility and leadership, and community involvement while in high school, and participants also commit to working in the Rio Grande Valley following their graduation; a fitting recipient of the scholarship, Ms. Elliott is currently studying biomedical sciences at UTRGV; and WHEREAS, Throughout her academic career, Clara Elliott has displayed admirable dedication and perseverance in the pursuit of her goals, and she may indeed reflect with great pride on her outstanding record of achievement; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas Legislature hereby honor Clara Elliott for her accomplishments as a Luminary Scholar at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Ms. Elliott as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.