HR233: HR233 Clark Atlanta University Day at the state capitol; February 18, 2025; recognize

This resolution is a ceremonial measure passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any law. Instead, it formally recognizes February 18, 2025, as Clark Atlanta University Day at the state capitol and commends the university's history, academics, research centers, economic impact, and notable alumni. The resolution also praises university President Dr. George T. French Jr. for his leadership and long tenure as an HBCU (historically Black college or university) president. It directs the Clerk of the House to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to Clark Atlanta University and Dr. French.

• Formally designates February 18, 2025, as Clark Atlanta University Day at the Georgia state capitol.
• Commends Clark Atlanta University for its academic programs, research centers, and economic impact on Georgia.
• Praises university President Dr. George T. French Jr. for his leadership and tenure as an HBCU president.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to the university and its president.

This resolution mainly affects Clark Atlanta University, its president Dr. George T. French Jr., students, faculty, and alumni. It has symbolic significance for the House of Representatives and does not impose obligations on the public or other institutions.

The resolution carries no legal or funding changes. Its practical effect is symbolic recognition, giving Clark Atlanta University a formal day of honor at the state capitol and public acknowledgment of its contributions to education and the Georgia economy.

• The resolution recites the university's founding history in 1988 from the consolidation of Atlanta University and Clark College.
• It highlights the university's academic programs, research centers such as the Center for Cancer Research and Therapeutic Development, and its $250 million fundraising campaign.
• The resolving clauses commend the university and Dr. George T. French Jr. and officially name February 18, 2025, Clark Atlanta University Day at the state capitol.
• The final clause directs the Clerk of the House to distribute copies of the resolution to the university and its president.

1. 2025-02-11House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-02-11House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-02-11House Hopper (House)

• Bryce Berry (D, HD-056)Primary sponsor
• Sheila Jones (D, HD-060)

• Clark Atlanta University
• higher education
• HBCU recognition
• state capitol ceremonies