TITLE: Congratulating Damon Austin Crossland on being named Second Wing Sergeant Major in the Texas A&M University Corps of Cadets.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Damon Austin Crossland on being named Second Wing Sergeant Major in the Texas A&M University Corps of Cadets.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Damon Austin Crossland has been named a sergeant major in the Texas A&M University Corps of Cadets; and WHEREAS, A native of El Paso, Mr. Crossland joined the corps in September 2015, and during his tenure, he has distinguished himself as a class representative, an assistant squad leader, and a guidon; in recognition of his exemplary efforts, he was named a top cadet in his sophomore year by Squadron One, Second Wing; and WHEREAS, Mr. Crossland has also remained active at TAMU as assistant director of the internal committee of Freshman Leaders on Campus and as a flight officer and operations officer in the Special Tactics Squadron, which presented him with the Most Outstanding Candidate Award in 2016; he also received the Most Professional Award from FLOC that same year; following his graduation, he plans to serve his country in the United States Marine Corps; and WHEREAS, Upholding his squadron's motto of "Second to None," Damon Crossland has demonstrated exceptional dedication, leadership, and discipline as a member of the Texas A&M University Corps of Cadets, and he may indeed take pride in this notable honor; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Damon Austin Crossland on being named Second Wing Sergeant Major in the Texas A&M University Corps of Cadets and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Crossland as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Wilson Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1930 was adopted by the House on May 12, 2017, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House