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title: SR 335. Oxford Day; recognize March 4, 2025
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date: 2025-03-04
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bill_number: SR 335
session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
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chamber: Senate
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status_date: 2025-03-04
last_action: Senate Read and Adopted
sponsors:
  - Tonya Anderson
  - Gail Davenport
  - Kenya Wicks
  - Harold Jones
  - Kim Jackson
  - Elena Parent
  - Sonya Halpern
  - RaShaun Kemp
  - Sally Harrell
  - Brian Strickland
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topic_tags:
  - Oxford College
  - Newton County
  - ceremonial resolution
  - Georgia Senate
  - higher education
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# SR 335. Oxford Day; recognize March 4, 2025

## Text

Senate Resolution 335
By: Senators Anderson of the 43rd, Davenport of the 17th, Wicks of the 34th, Jones II of the
22nd, Jackson of the 41st and others
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing March 4, 2025, as Oxford Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, founded in 1836 as Emory College, Oxford College has a long and
distinguished history that reflects its deep connection to the Methodist Church and its integral
role within the broader Emory University community; and
WHEREAS, the college transitioned to its current designation as Oxford College in 1964,
becoming a two-year liberal arts institution dedicated to providing a rigorous academic
foundation for its students; and
WHEREAS, located in Oxford, Georgia, Oxford College offers students a unique educational
experience that combines the benefits of a close-knit campus environment with the vast
resources of a world-renowned research university; and
WHEREAS, Oxford College plays a vital role in the Newton County economy, contributing
more than $80 million annually, attracting over 12,000 visitors, and supporting over 520
local jobs and 1,500 jobs statewide; and
WHEREAS, students at Oxford College are deeply engaged in community service,
partnering with more than 65 local organizations, nonprofits, civic groups, and educational
institutions to contribute over 13,000 volunteer hours each year; and
WHEREAS, Oxford College has remained steadfast in its commitment to academic
excellence, fostering an environment where students benefit from close faculty interactions,
personalized learning experiences, and a strong sense of community; and
WHEREAS, the college has upheld a tradition of intellectual growth, resilience, and service,
shaping students who not only excel academically but also develop socially and personally
through meaningful engagement with their peers and the wider world; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this distinguished academic institution
be appropriately honored during this special time.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body
recognize March 4, 2025, as Oxford Day at the state capitol and commend Oxford College
for its rich history, academic excellence, and ongoing contributions to Newton County, the
State of Georgia, and beyond.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Oxford College.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia Senate resolution recognizes March 4, 2025 as Oxford Day at the state capitol, honoring Oxford College for its history and its contributions to Newton County.

### Plain-language summary

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes March 4, 2025, as Oxford Day at the state capitol in honor of Oxford College, the two-year liberal arts institution in Oxford, Georgia that traces its roots to Emory College, founded in 1836.
The resolution recounts the college's history, its role within Emory University, and its economic and civic impact, including more than $80 million contributed annually to the Newton County economy and support for over 520 local jobs. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for Oxford College. It does not create any new rule, funding, or legal requirement.

### What it does

- Formally recognizes March 4, 2025, as Oxford Day at the Georgia state capitol.
- Commends Oxford College for its history, academic programs, and community contributions in a non-binding statement.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Oxford College.
- Creates no new law, funding, or enforceable obligation, since it is a ceremonial resolution rather than a bill amending Georgia statutes.

### Who it affects

The resolution directly names Oxford College, its students, faculty, and staff, as well as the surrounding Newton County community and local organizations that partner with the college on volunteer service.

### Why it matters

The resolution has no direct legal or financial effect on Georgians; it is a formal, symbolic gesture from the Senate marking a day of recognition for Oxford College and highlighting the college's economic and civic role in Newton County.

### Key provisions

- The resolution's whereas clauses describe Oxford College's founding in 1836 as Emory College and its 1964 transition to a two-year liberal arts institution.
- States Oxford College contributes more than $80 million annually to the Newton County economy and supports over 520 local jobs and 1,500 statewide.
- Notes students contribute over 13,000 volunteer hours yearly through partnerships with more than 65 local organizations.
- The resolved clause designates March 4, 2025, as Oxford Day at the state capitol and commends the college.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Oxford College.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2025-03-04)
- Last action: Senate Read and Adopted (2025-03-04)
- Sponsors: Tonya Anderson, Gail Davenport, Kenya Wicks, Harold Jones, Kim Jackson, Elena Parent, Sonya Halpern, RaShaun Kemp, Sally Harrell, Brian Strickland
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71116

> The history, votes, and amendments (94 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/sr335.md?full=1