SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 155
         WHEREAS, Dr. Jesse W. Rogers is retiring as president of
  Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls on August 31, 2015,
  drawing to a close nearly half a century of exemplary service to
  that institution; and
         WHEREAS, Dr. Rogers joined Midwestern State University as
  an assistant professor of chemistry in 1967, and he became chair
  of the chemistry department three years later; in 1978, he was
  named the university's vice president for academic affairs, and
  he continued to teach courses in chemistry; and
         WHEREAS, This outstanding educator was appointed Midwestern
  State University's 10th president in 2001, and over the past 14 years
  he has proven to be a dynamic leader, earning the admiration of
  faculty, staff, and students alike; and
         WHEREAS, A highly respected figure in his field, Dr. Rogers
  has worked closely with the Texas Higher Education Coordinating
  Board, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and the
  Council of Public University Presidents and Chancellors; and
         WHEREAS, In addition to his other responsibilities,
  Dr. Rogers has found time to give back to his community as a
  member of the Wichita Falls Chamber of Commerce and of the boards
  of the Erle and Emma White Hospice Endowment Trust, the Texas
  Specialty Hospital at Wichita Falls, and the Sheppard Air Force
  Base Heritage Center; and
         WHEREAS, Throughout his career, Dr. Rogers has enjoyed the love
  and support of his family, which includes his wife, Dr. Karen Rogers,
  his two daughters, his son-in-law, and his granddaughter; and
         WHEREAS, For 48 years, the dedication, professionalism,
  and commitment to excellence demonstrated by Dr. Jesse Rogers
  have greatly benefited Midwestern State University, and he may
  indeed reflect with pride on a distinguished career as he embarks
  upon the next exciting chapter of his life; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
  Legislature, hereby congratulate Dr. Jesse W. Rogers on his
  retirement as president of Midwestern State University and extend to
  him sincere best wishes for continued happiness; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
  Dr. Rogers as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
  Estes
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on February 11, 2015.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate