Georgia CommonsHR 2036: Brand, Dr. Miranda; commend
Last action March 31, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally commends Dr. Miranda Brand, a Purdue University Global dean, for her career in higher education leadership.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial honor passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It recognizes Dr. Miranda Brand, who serves as Dean and Vice President of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences and School of Aviation at Purdue University Global, for her work leading faculty, students, and academic programs. The resolution lists her professional achievements, including her oversight of more than 700 faculty members and nearly 11,000 students, her role in launching 12 academic degree programs, her more than 20 years in public education, and several awards including the Georgia Governor's Office of Student Achievement Gold Award. It closes by directing the Clerk of the House to send Dr. Brand a copy of the resolution. It does not change any Georgia law.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Dr. Miranda Brand for her leadership at Purdue University Global.
- States the House's best wishes for her continued success in higher education.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and send Dr. Brand a copy of the resolution.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change; it is a purely honorary statement by the House.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Dr. Miranda Brand. It has no regulatory effect on other Georgians, though it reflects recognition tied to Georgia's Governor's Office of Student Achievement award she received.
Why it matters
This resolution has no practical legal effect on Georgians; it is a symbolic gesture by the House of Representatives to publicly honor an individual's career achievements in higher education leadership.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses detail Dr. Brand's role as Dean and Vice President at Purdue University Global and her oversight of faculty, students, and programs.
- The whereas clauses note her prior 20-plus years in Georgia-adjacent public education roles and her academic degrees.
- The resolving clause formally commends Dr. Brand and extends best wishes for her continued success.
- The final clause directs the Clerk of the House to distribute a copy of the resolution to Dr. Brand.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Dr. Miranda Brand for her exemplary leadership and contributions to higher education and extend best wishes for her continued success.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Karla Drenner (D, HD-085)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- higher education
- Purdue University Global
- Georgia House of Representatives