Bill Text: IN HR0020 | 2011 | Regular Session | Introduced
Bill Title: Honoring Leroy Keyes for his contributions to Purdue University.
Spectrum: Bipartisan Bill
Status: (Passed) 2011-02-15 - First reading: adopted voice vote [HR0020 Detail]
Download: Indiana-2011-HR0020-Introduced.html
A HOUSE RESOLUTION to honor Leroy Keyes for his
contributions to Purdue University.
Whereas, Leroy Keyes has been a vital member of the
Purdue University community since 1965, distinguishing
himself both on and off the field; and,
Whereas, he has been the recipient of many honors,
including being named to the College Football Hall of Fame
and the Rose Bowl Hall of Fame, being named Purdue
University's "All-Time Greatest Player", being named an All-
American in consecutive years, and receiving the 2009
Distinguished Alumni Award, honors he received for his many
achievements, which include leading Purdue to the Rose Bowl
in 1966, and holding Purdue's record for the highest average
yards per rushing attempt; and,
Whereas, Mr. Keyes has made a continuing contribution to Purdue University athletics through his service as Assistant Coach under Jim Colletto in 1995 and 1996, and later as
Assistant Director of the John Purdue Club; and,
Whereas, he has had a profound effect and influence on the
lives of generations of Purdue student-athletes: Therefore,
SECTION 1. That the Indiana House of Representatives officially
recognizes and congratulates Leroy Keyes for his many
accomplishments, and thanks him for his lifetime of contribution to
athletics at Purdue University.
SECTION 2. That the Principal Clerk of the House transmit a copy
of this resolution to Leroy Keyes.
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