SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 760

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the University of Houston Black Alumni Association on the occasion of its 20th anniversary; and

WHEREAS, Founded as a special interest constituency of the University of Houston Alumni Association, the University of Houston Black Alumni Association has served as a vehicle to address the needs and issues of African American students, faculty, and alumni; and

WHEREAS, The theme of this outstanding organization's 20th anniversary celebration is "Honoring Our Roots. . .Celebrating 20 Years--Planted. Strong. Enduring."; it will bring together original chair Gene Locke and many other alumni to reminisce and to recognize their service to the university; and

WHEREAS, This distinguished gathering will also raise funds for endowed scholarships and other worthy programs to further advance the interests of the university, the organization, and the community; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st Legislature, hereby commend the members of the University of Houston Black Alumni Association on their many contributions to the university and extend to them best wishes for a memorable 20th anniversary celebration; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for them as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.

Ellis

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 28, 2009.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate