Download This Bill in Microsoft Word format
Indicates Matter Stricken
Indicates New Matter
H. 4890
STATUS INFORMATION
Concurrent Resolution
Sponsors: Reps. Dillard, King, Cobb-Hunter, Hodges, Howard, Knight, D.C. Moss and Young
Document Path: l:\council\bills\gm\24951zw12.docx
Introduced in the House on February 23, 2012
Introduced in the Senate on February 28, 2012
Adopted by the General Assembly on February 28, 2012
Summary: Independent College and University Week
HISTORY OF LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS
Date Body Action Description with journal page number
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2/23/2012 House Introduced, adopted, sent to Senate
(House Journal-page 47)
2/28/2012 Senate Introduced, adopted, returned with concurrence
(Senate Journal-page 4)
View the latest legislative information at the LPITS web site
VERSIONS OF THIS BILL
TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR THE INDEPENDENT COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES IN SOUTH CAROLINA DURING "INDEPENDENT COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY WEEK" OF APRIL 16 - 20, 2012, AND ON "INDEPENDENT COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY DAY" ON APRIL 18, 2012, AND TO EXPRESS DEEP APPRECIATION TO THEM FOR THEIR OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS IN EDUCATING THE YOUTH OF OUR STATE AND NATION.
Whereas, serving more than thirty-four thousand students across South Carolina, independent colleges and universities are dedicated to providing high quality, post-secondary educational opportunities; and
Whereas, these institutions have established an unparalleled record of excellence in teaching and nurturing students, adapting to ever evolving student needs, technological advances, and social trends while providing a full range of educational experiences; and
Whereas, independent colleges and universities in the Palmetto State share a common commitment to promoting critical thinking and creativity by preparing students for full lives, productive careers, and active citizenship; and
Whereas, in recognition and appreciation for all of our state's wonderful independent colleges and universities, Governor Nikki Haley has proclaimed April 16 - 20, 2012, as "Independent College and University Week" in South Carolina and April 18, 2012, as "Independent College and University Day"; and
Whereas, the General Assembly, by this resolution, joins with Governor Haley in expressing deep appreciation to all these fine South Carolina institutions for their role in providing an outstanding, values-based education to students from all walks of life; and
Whereas, the General Assembly further encourages all South Carolinians to recognize the state's independent colleges and universities for their positive contributions in ensuring South Carolina's continued status as a leader in higher education. Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring:
That the members of the South Carolina General Assembly, by this resolution, recognize and honor the independent colleges and universities in South Carolina during "Independent College and University Week" of April 16 - 20, 2012, and on "Independent College and University Day" on April 18, 2012, and express deep appreciation to them for their outstanding contributions in educating the youth of our State and nation.
This web page was last updated on March 2, 2012 at 12:04 PM