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



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate