SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 366

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize Dr. Charles Endress, who is retiring after more than 35 
years of exemplary service to Angelo State University; and
	WHEREAS, Dr. Endress joined the faculty of Angelo State 
University in 1969 and has served as a professor and as the head 
of the Department of History; he has further contributed to the 
university by twice serving as Interim Dean of the College of 
Liberal and Fine Arts; and
	WHEREAS, Dedicated to the service of his country, 
Dr. Endress served 31 years in the United States Army Reserve, 
including active duty during Operation Desert Storm, and retired 
as a colonel; he earned the Legion of Merit and the Meritorious 
Service Medal with Two Oak Leaf Clusters and other decorations; and
	WHEREAS, His academic and professional achievements include 
being named a Piper Professor in 1986, as one of the ten outstanding
Texas professors of the year, and serving as a military history 
consultant to the United States Postal Service for the 50th 
Anniversary of the World War II Commemoration Stamp Series; he is 
the author of two books and has contributed articles to many 
publications; and
	WHEREAS, Throughout his long and productive career, 
Dr. Endress has carried out his duties with wisdom, generosity, 
and a deep concern for his students, and his achievements and 
abilities have contributed immeasurably to the academic life at 
Angelo State University; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
79th Legislature, hereby commend Dr. Charles Endress for his 
contributions to higher education in Texas and extend to him best 
wishes for the future; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
                                                                          Duncan




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on March 14, 2005.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate