H.R. No. 369 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Christine Bowman has been named the recipient of a 2022 Joe S. Mundy Award from Southwestern University; and WHEREAS, Established in 2002, the Mundy Awards were created as a tribute to Southwestern University alumnus and former trustee Joe Mundy; the awards recognize exemplary faculty and staff members who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the university and its students; and WHEREAS, An alumnus of SU, Ms. Bowman joined the university's administration following her graduation in 1993, and she currently serves as dean of enrollment services; among her many responsibilities, she oversees the admissions office and plays an instrumental role in student recruitment; she has also led the Enrollment Analysis Committee for many years, and under her able guidance, the group has assisted with clearing student accounts, creating and implementing preferred name procedures, and strengthening parent communication; she has further distinguished herself as an invaluable mentor to her colleagues; and WHEREAS, Ms. Bowman has held leadership positions with numerous professional organizations, among them the Texas Association for College Admission Counseling and the National Association for College Admission Counseling; in addition, she is the current chair of the Colleges That Change Lives Board of Directors, and she previously served as a co-chair for the NACAC National Conference in Austin; and WHEREAS, Through her dedication, vision, and expertise, Christine Bowman has greatly benefited Southwestern University and earned the respect and admiration of her peers, and she is truly deserving of this prestigious honor; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Christine Bowman on her receipt of a 2022 Joe S. Mundy Award from Southwestern University and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued success with her important work; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Ms. Bowman as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Harris of Williamson ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 369 was adopted by the House on March 16, 2023, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House