SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 277

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize the Laredo Community College Honors Program for 
providing highly motivated and especially talented students 
with a program of academic excellence; and
	WHEREAS, Offering Texas' academically gifted students the 
opportunity to take advanced college classes is a highly laudable 
educational goal; and
	WHEREAS, The Laredo Community College Honors Program 
ensures that students work at an advanced level, thus increasing 
the opportunity for them to transfer to a prestigious university; 
and
	WHEREAS, Students must complete a minimum of 24 semester 
honors credit hours and may also earn honors credit in regular 
courses in art, music, and other areas; and
	WHEREAS, Individuals admitted to the program must graduate 
from high school in the top ten percent of their class, with a 
minimum average of 90 in their courses; in addition, they must 
earn high scores on college entrance examinations and undergo a 
personal interview; and
	WHEREAS, The Honors Program offers students full 
scholarships that cover tuition, fees, and books for up to 
66 semester credit hours; and
	WHEREAS, The Laredo Community College Honors Program has 
consistently drawn serious students seeking academic excellence, 
community involvement, and leadership opportunities; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 
78th Legislature, hereby commend the Laredo Community College 
Honors Program for providing gifted students with stimulating 
experiences and a first-rate educational environment; and, be 
it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
the college as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
                                                                       Zaffirini




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on March 20, 2003.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate