79R4025 MW-D

By:  Davis of Dallas                                              H.R. No. 282



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Dr. Mamie McKnight is being honored on February 22, 
2005, with the Profiles in Leadership Award of the Southern 
Methodist University Women's Symposium for her exemplary service to 
the Dallas community; and
	WHEREAS, Founded in 1966 by Emmie V. Baine, SMU's first dean 
of women, the SMU Women's Symposium strives to educate women to 
attain social and political leadership positions; each year, the 
symposium brings together a wide range of representatives from the 
community to discuss issues important to their lives; and
	WHEREAS, The Profiles in Leadership Awards were initiated in 
2000 at the 35th Annual Women's Symposium to recognize those 
individuals who have advanced the cause of women in the Dallas area; 
and
	WHEREAS, Dr. McKnight has been recognized for her significant 
contributions to preserving the heritage of African Americans in 
Dallas through her tireless efforts in support of Black Dallas 
Remembered, Inc., as well as her notable career of community 
service; and
	WHEREAS, A positive role model in the Dallas community, Dr. 
McKnight has inspired countless women to embrace their proud 
heritage, and her noble efforts are an example to us all; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature hereby congratulate Dr. Mamie McKnight for receiving 
the Profiles in Leadership Award from the SMU Women's Symposium and 
commend her for her commitment to community service; and, be it 
further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Dr. McKnight as an expression of high regard by the 
Texas House of Representatives.