SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 510
WHEREAS, Dr. Ron Clinton is retiring as president of
Northeast Texas Community College on June 30, 2025, drawing to a
close an exemplary tenure with the institution that has spanned
nearly four decades; and
WHEREAS, Over the course of his career at NTCC, Dr. Clinton
has held numerous roles; he initially served as the director of
the music department, a position that stemmed from his earlier
work as a concert pianist; he has also taught humanities and
philosophy, and he held the office of executive vice president
for instruction; since becoming president in 2017, he has
expanded access to higher education by creating new academic and
workforce programs, implementing a $20 million campus
renovation, and fostering a culture that empowers students to
succeed; and
WHEREAS, A leader in his profession, Dr. Clinton has served
on numerous state education committees and boards as well as
college accreditation teams throughout the southeastern United
States; his many accolades include the 2014 Carl M. "Cheesie"
Nelson Award from the Texas Association of Community Colleges, a
2024 Shirley B. Gordon Award of Distinction from the Phi Theta
Kappa Honor Society, and the 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award from
the Mount Pleasant-Titus County Chamber of Commerce; and
WHEREAS, Engaged in his community, Dr. Clinton is an
active member of the Rotary Club, and he has drawn on his musical
talents to serve as the founding director of the NTCC Community
Chorus and as music director of First Presbyterian Church;
moreover, he performs at the Whatley Center for Performing Arts
each year; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Clinton holds a bachelor's degree from
Stephen F. Austin State University, and he earned his master's
degree and doctorate from The University of Texas at Austin; in
all his endeavors, he enjoys the love and support of his wife,
Susan, their four children, Evan, Amy, Costa, and Katie, and two
grandchildren, Dean and Helena; retirement will afford him the
opportunity to travel and spend more time with his family; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Ron Clinton's dedication and leadership have
greatly benefited Northeast Texas Community College, and he may
indeed take pride in his outstanding record of service as he
embarks on the next exciting chapter of his life; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th
Legislature, hereby congratulate Dr. Ron Clinton on his
retirement as president of Northeast Texas Community College and
extend to him sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be
prepared for Dr. Clinton as an expression of high regard from the
Texas Senate.
Hughes
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 12, 2025.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate