Bill Text: WV SR50 | 2020 | Regular Session | Introduced


Bill Title: Designating February 25, 2020, as Fairmont State Day

Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Democrat 7-4)

Status: (Passed) 2020-02-25 - Completed legislative action [SR50 Detail]

Download: West_Virginia-2020-SR50-Introduced.html

SENATE RESOLUTION 50

(By Senators Prezioso and Beach)

[Introduced February 24, 2020]

 

Designating February 25, 2020, as Fairmont State University Day at the Legislature.

Whereas, The State of West Virginia is committed to supporting higher education; and

Whereas, West Virginia’s colleges and universities open the doors of opportunity for West Virginia’s students; and

Whereas, Fairmont State University helps West Virginians achieve their education and career goals, and meets the workforce needs of the State of West Virginia; and

Whereas, Fairmont State University contributes significantly to the state and local economies of West Virginia; and

Whereas, Fairmont State University’s student body is comprised of nearly 90 percent of native West Virginians and over 60 percent first-generation students; and

Whereas, Fairmont State University educates students from every county in West Virginia; and

Whereas, Through the commitment of outstanding students, faculty, staff, administration, and leadership, Fairmont State University fulfills student-centered missions which benefit the entire state; therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate:

That the Senate hereby designates February 25, 2020 as Fairmont State University Day at the Legislature; and, be it

Further Resolved, That the Senate extends its sincere gratitude and appreciation to Fairmont State University for its contributions to the state of West Virginia; and, be it

Further Resolved, That the Clerk is hereby directed to forward a copy of this resolution to President of Fairmont State University, Dr. Mirta M. Martin.

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