H.R. No. 122R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Phi Theta Kappa is the largest honor society in American higher education and the Texas region of this esteemed organization is providing important services for members in the Lone Star State; and WHEREAS, In 1929, the American Association of Community Colleges recognized Phi Theta Kappa as the official honor society for two-year colleges, and in 2000 the Association of College Honor Societies recognized the organization as the general scholarship honor society serving associate degree granting institutions; and WHEREAS, The goal of this notable honor society is to recognize and encourage scholarship among two-year college students by providing opportunities for the development of leadership and service, creating an intellectual climate for exchange of ideas and ideals, and stimulating interest in continuing academic excellence; and WHEREAS, Today the group boasts more than 1.3 million members and 1,100 chapters located throughout the U.S., Canada, Germany, and Japan; the complement of services, innovative programs, and membership benefits offered by Phi Theta Kappa are exemplary among honor societies; and WHEREAS, The Texas Region of Phi Theta Kappa includes 83 chapters from across the Lone Star State, with 8,672 members inducted in 2002 alone; this group has exhibited a strong commitment to furthering the Phi Theta Kappa goals, and for their leadership they are indeed deserving of recognition; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas Legislature hereby commend the Texas regional members, officers, and advisors of Phi Theta Kappa for their dedication to academic excellence and extend to them best wishes for a happy and successful future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the Texas Region of Phi Theta Kappa as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Berman ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 122 was adopted by the House on February 5, 2003, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House