HR2035: HR2035 Kaur, Gurmit; commend

26 LC 112 4184 House Resolution 2035 By: Representative Drenner of the 85th A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Gurmit Kaur; and for other purposes.1 WHEREAS, Gurmit Kaur has demonstrated exceptional dedication to higher education and2 the advancement of legal studies, serving as an adjunct faculty member at Purdue University3 Global since 2004; and4 WHEREAS, since 2007, she has served with distinction as an acad emic department chair,5 overseeing multiple legal studies programs and contributing to the academic success of6 countless students pursuing careers in law and public service; and7 WHEREAS, Gurmit Kaur has been a leader in academic innovation, working on the8 development of modularized curriculum, course revisions, and competency-based programs9 that expand access to high-quality, flexible education for diverse student populations; and10 WHEREAS, her global perspective in education is reflected in her service as Academic Dean11 at Kaplan Higher Education, Singapore, from 2009 to 2011, where she played a key role in12 internationalizing and globalizing curriculum across the Asia Pacific region; and13 H. R. 2035 - 1 - 26 LC 112 4184 WHEREAS, prior to her academic leadership, she practiced law for 10 years and contributed14 to legal education internationally by teaching law courses for the University of London15 External Law Program and at the Malaysia Bar Final examinations; and16 WHEREAS, Gurmit Kaur's academic achievements include a Bachelor of Laws from the17 University of London, as well as degrees from the University of Malaya, and her scholarly18 contributions include publications in the area of civil procedure; and19 WHEREAS, through her leadership, innovation, and commitment to student success, Gurmit20 Kaur has made a lasting and meaningful impact on legal educatio n and on the lives of21 students around the world.22 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that23 the members of this body recognize and commend Gurmit Kaur for her outstanding24 contributions to higher education and legal studies and extend best wishes for her continued25 success.26 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized27 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Dr.28 Gurmit Kaur.29 H. R. 2035 - 2 -