TITLE: Recognizing the Psi Chapter of Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Incorporated, on the occasion of its 75th anniversary.

SUMMARY: Recognizing the Psi Chapter of Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Incorporated, on the occasion of its 75th anniversary.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the Psi Chapter of Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Incorporated, on the occasion of its 75th anniversary; and WHEREAS, Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Incorporated, was founded in 1929 by Mrs. Lola M. Parker as a national professional organization for women in the field of business; and WHEREAS, The Psi Chapter was chartered in 1936 in Dallas, and it has followed the vision of the sorority's founder by supporting the professional growth and development of its members and volunteering services throughout the Metroplex; and WHEREAS, The chapter sponsors a wide array of activities every year during Iota Business Month, including workshops on business and economic issues and a public luncheon to honor entrepreneurs and community leaders; it also awards an annual scholarship to a high school senior who plans to enter college and major in a business discipline; and WHEREAS, Psi Chapter members are actively involved in numerous civic organizations, including the American Red Cross, the Children's Defense Fund, and the Diabetes Foundation; the chapter is truly deserving of recognition for its many achievements as it celebrates this milestone; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commend the members of the Psi Chapter of Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Incorporated, on their many exemplary achievements and extend to them best wishes for a memorable 75th anniversary celebration; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for this outstanding organization as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate. West President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on June 28, 2011.