SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 111 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize February 19, 2025, as Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi Day at the State Capitol; and WHEREAS, Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi traces its origins to 1947, when the University of Corpus Christi was established; in 1989, the institution joined The Texas A&M University System and brought about an era of growth and academic excellence; and WHEREAS, Today, the university serves more than 11,400 students; it offers a diverse range of bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees through various colleges and programs, including business, education and human development, engineering, computer science, liberal arts, nursing, health sciences, and communications; and WHEREAS, Committed to meeting the evolving needs of Texas' workforce and industries, the university continues to expand its academic offerings with many new degree programs as well as education-related certificate programs; it is also home to world-class centers and institutes for autonomous geospatial and marine research; and WHEREAS, As one of the state's premier institutions of higher education, Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi plays a vital role in shaping the future of Texas, and it is truly fitting that a day be set aside to recognize its commitment to academic achievement, research innovation, and community development; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize February 19, 2025, as Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi Day at the Capitol and extend a warm welcome to the visiting delegation; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in honor of this special occasion. Hinojosa of Hidalgo Hinojosa of Nueces ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 19, 2025. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate