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HR 518: Roberts, Dr. Terrence J.; commend

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House Resolution 518

By: Representatives Okoye of the 102nd, McClain of the 109th, Beckles of the 96th, Adeyina of the 110th, and Jones of the 60th

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending Dr. Terrence J. Roberts; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Dr. Terrence J. Roberts, a distinguished psychologist, educator, and civil rights activist, played a pivotal role in American history as one of the Little Rock Nine, the courageous group of African American students who integrated Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas, in 1957; and

WHEREAS, he has dedicated 40 years to the field of psychology, practicing as a clinical psychologist from 1975 to 2015 in Deer Park and Pasadena, California, while also serving as director of mental health services at St. Helena Hospital and Health Center from 1977 to 1985; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Roberts has served in higher education as assistant dean of student services at UCLA's School of Social Welfare from 1985 to 1993 and as department chair and faculty member in psychology at Antioch University, Los Angeles, from 1993 to 2008; and

WHEREAS, as CEO of Terrence Roberts Consulting, a management consulting firm originally founded as Terrence J. Roberts and Associates in 1975, he has worked to promote fair and equitable practices in business and industry, assisting management personnel in creating workplaces conducive to employee growth and development; and

WHEREAS, a passionate advocate for racial equity, Dr. Roberts has lectured and consulted extensively on race and its impact on American society, believing that true progress requires the collective rejection of racism; and

WHEREAS, he has further engaged with educators, law enforcement personnel, and other professionals to deepen their understanding of social justice, historical context, and the effects of racial bias on contemporary society; and

WHEREAS, in recognition of his exemplary contributions to civil rights and American society, Dr. Roberts has been presented with numerous prestigious awards, including the Congressional Gold Medal, the Pere Marquette Discovery Award, the Spingarn Medal, and the Robert S. Abbott Award; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this remarkable and distinguished individual be appropriately honored.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body recognize and commend Dr. Terrence J. Roberts for his invaluable contributions to civil rights, education, and social justice as well as extend best wishes for future health and happiness.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Dr. Terrence J. Roberts.