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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 600
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Dr. Gloria Terrell Jackson, who was recently honored with a Weselene Wiley Inspirational Award from the Dallas Chapter of the National Association of Black Social Workers, Incorporated; and WHEREAS, Dr. Jackson was presented the award as an education honoree at the Hezekiah Jerry Scholarship Luncheon on March 5, 2005; Dr. Jackson exemplifies the theme of this year's luncheon, "Continuing To Make A Difference"; and WHEREAS, A professor at Eastfield College, Dr. Jackson has served as Social Work/Substance Abuse chair since 1998 and has been instrumental in molding and shaping the education of many of today's social workers; and WHEREAS, Her numerous career achievements include serving as a facilitator for the National Alliance of Model Drug Laws, a coordinator for the Drug Free Youth in Texas for the Dallas Public Schools, a consultant for the National Basketball Association, and a master addiction counselor; and WHEREAS, A highly respected community leader, Dr. Jackson is a source of strength to others and an inspiration to her colleagues, and she deserves recognition for her outstanding work; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 79th Legislature, hereby commend Dr. Gloria Terrell Jackson for her exceptional leadership and many accomplishments in the field of social work; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. West ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 14, 2005. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate