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HR 1075: Spelman Day at the Georgia State Capitol; recognize

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House Resolution 1075

By: Representatives McQueen of the 61st and Cannon of the 58th

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing Spelman Day at the Georgia State Capitol; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Spelman College, founded in 1881 in Atlanta, Georgia, is a nationally acclaimed private liberal arts college for women and the oldest historically Black college for women in the United States; and

WHEREAS, for more than 143 years, Spelman College has been dedicated to academic excellence, leadership development, and social responsibility, educating women to engage the world and effect positive social change; and

WHEREAS, Spelman College is the number one producer of Black women who complete doctoral degrees in STEM disciplines, according to the National Science Foundation, and continues to lead the nation in preparing women for advanced study and leadership in science, technology, education, public service, and the arts; and

WHEREAS, Spelman College enrolls approximately 2,500 students, offers 34 academic majors and 39 minors, maintains an 11:1 student-faculty ratio, and reports that 86 percent of full-time faculty hold doctoral degrees or the terminal degree in their field, underscoring the College's commitment to rigorous academic instruction and mentorship; and

WHEREAS, Spelman College reports a 76 percent six-year graduation rate, significantly exceeding the national average, and approximately one-third of Spelman students pursue graduate or professional degrees, reflecting strong academic preparation and student success outcomes; and

WHEREAS, Spelman College has produced a global network of more than 20,000 alumnae worldwide, including leaders in government, education, business, healthcare, science, the arts, and nonprofit and civic life, many of whom live and work throughout the State of Georgia and contribute meaningfully to its workforce, civic institutions, and communities; and

WHEREAS, Spelman College serves as a vital anchor institution within the Atlanta University Center and the West End community, generating economic impact, and advancing workforce development and community engagement initiatives across the state; and

WHEREAS, Spelman Day at the Georgia State Capitol provides an important opportunity for students, alumnae, faculty, staff, and policymakers to engage in civic dialogue, highlight the College's statewide and global impact, and reaffirm the importance of higher education partnerships in advancing Georgia's economic vitality, educational access, and public good.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body recognize Spelman Day at the Georgia State Capitol and commend Spelman College for its enduring legacy of academic excellence, leadership development, and service to the State of Georgia, the nation, and the world. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to representatives of Spelman College.