H.R. No. 929

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Bridget Markwood was one of eight Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi employees who were named 2014 40 Under 40 honorees by Corpus Christi Under 40 (CCU40); and

WHEREAS, Each year, CCU40 honors 40 men and women under the age of 40 who have worked to make a positive difference in the Corpus Christi area through both their professional and community endeavors; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Markwood is an adjunct professor at A&M-Corpus Christi in the communication and media arts department; she also serves as the CEO of Leader N U, a consulting firm that specializes in creating communication, leadership, and character development programs for youth, young adults, and professionals; moreover, she recently published her first book, Rock Ur World: A Life and Leadership Handbook for College-Bound Students; active in her community as well, this esteemed woman is the drama coordinator at Grace Presbyterian Church, where she also helps oversee projects that assist homeless youth in the area; and

WHEREAS, Bridget Markwood has set an outstanding example of professional achievement and civic engagement, and she may take justifiable pride in her contributions to the Coastal Bend community; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Bridget Markwood on her selection as a Corpus Christi 40 Under 40 honoree and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued success in her important work; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Ms. Markwood as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

Herrero

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 929 was adopted by the House on March 19, 2015, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House