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78S41268 MW-D

By:  Dukes                                                        H.R. No. 202



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Nina Foxx has achieved an admirable level of success 
in her writing, while making significant contributions to her 
community, and it is a pleasure to recognize her at this time; and
	WHEREAS, A current Austin resident who originally hailed from 
Jamaica, New York, Ms. Foxx has traveled the country extensively; 
she earned a bachelor's degree in psychology from Hunter College 
and a master's degree in psychology from Baruch College before 
receiving her doctorate in psychology from City University of New 
York; she also earned a graduate literary fiction certificate at 
the University of Washington; and
	WHEREAS, Ms. Foxx is an established author who has written 
four novels, the third of which, Going Buck Wild, will be published 
in June 2004; her nonfiction book, entitled Do the Write Thing:  7 
Steps to Publishing Success, is a popular text in graduate school 
classes and workshops; Ms. Foxx also writes columns for Black Words 
Online and reviews for Black Issues Book Review, and she is working 
on her fifth novel, which is scheduled for publication in May 2005; 
and
	WHEREAS, In addition to her successful writing career, Ms. 
Foxx is involved in local activities; she lends valuable support to 
the Austin Writers' League and volunteers for the Girl Scouts of 
America; Ms. Foxx is also an active member of Jack & Jill of America 
and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority; and
	WHEREAS, This esteemed member of the Austin community serves 
as a role model for others aspiring to be writers, and she sets an 
example for all Texans who want to make a difference in the lives of 
other people; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby commend Nina Foxx for her 
professional achievements and civic contributions and extend to her 
sincere best wishes for future success and happiness; and, be it 
further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Ms. Foxx as an expression of high regard by the Texas 
House of Representatives.