TITLE: Recognizing February 21, 2013, as Stephen F. Austin State University Day at the State Capitol.

SUMMARY: Recognizing February 21, 2013, as Stephen F. Austin State University Day at the State Capitol.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Members of the university's student government association, faculty, and staff are gathering in Austin on February 21, 2013, to celebrate Stephen F. Austin State University Day at the State Capitol and to commemorate the 89th anniversary of this historic institution of higher learning; and WHEREAS, Stephen F. Austin State University was established as a teacher's college in September 1923, and although it has greatly expanded its educational scope in the decades since, it continues to graduate exceptionally well-prepared classroom teachers, coaches, and administrators; it is also home to the Arthur Temple College of Forestry and Agriculture, the Richard and Lucille DeWitt School of Nursing, the Nelson Rusche College of Business, and the James I. Perkins College of Education; and WHEREAS, The university's enrollment is at an all-time high for the 2012-2013 academic year, and the student population reflects the general diversity of the Lone Star State; additionally, about half of all recent graduates are from the first generation in their families to attend college; and WHEREAS, The university continues to serve the population of East Texas, while also drawing large numbers of students from both the greater Houston metropolitan area and the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex; moreover, the campus is a center for cultural, educational, and recreational activities for the residents of the Nacogdoches area, with the 136-acre Stephen F. Austin State University Gardens being one of the highlights enjoyed by visitors; and WHEREAS, For nearly nine decades, members of the Stephen F. Austin State University community have been making important contributions to Texas and the world beyond, and it is most fitting that they be honored on this special day; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby recognize February 21, 2013, as Stephen F. Austin State University Day at the State Capitol and extend to the visiting delegation sincere best wishes for a memorable and meaningful visit to Austin. Clardy Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 94 was adopted by the House on February 21, 2013, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House