SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 181

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize Wandile Veronica Phakathi for her outstanding work in 
the office of Senator Rodney Ellis; and
	WHEREAS, Veronica was a participant in the Texas Legislative 
Internship Program sponsored by the Mickey Leland Center on World 
Hunger and Peace at Texas Southern University; and
	WHEREAS, This excellent internship program, established in 
December of 1990, provides a unique opportunity for students from 
Texas colleges and universities to serve as interns in the 
Texas Legislature, in state and local government offices, and in 
nonprofit organizations; and
	WHEREAS, Students receive academic credit for participating 
in the program, which combines academic study and research with 
supervised practical training; Senator Rodney Ellis serves as a 
program advisor, and the senator's office assists with coordinating
the on-site activities; and
	WHEREAS, As an intern, Veronica has gained firsthand 
knowledge of the governmental process and work experience in a 
political environment, as well as insight into the issues facing 
our communities and our state today; and
	WHEREAS, Diligent, resourceful, and talented, Veronica 
skillfully handled the multifaceted duties of the senator's 
office and ably assisted with the needs of constituents; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
78th Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby commend
Wandile Veronica Phakathi for her exceptional contributions to 
the office of Senator Rodney Ellis and extend to her best wishes 
for the future; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
Wandile Veronica Phakathi as an expression of esteem from the 
Texas Senate.
                                                                           Ellis




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on May 17, 2004.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate