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AL HR233
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/31/2011
Primary Sponsor
Christopher England
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AI Summary
- Commemorates the legacy of University of Alabama Dean of Students John Blackburn and celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Mallet Assembly.
- Honors Blackburn's role in facilitating peaceful integration and acceptance of two Black students admitted to the University in 1963.
- Recognizes Blackburn's leadership from 1956 as Assistant Dean of Men through his recruitment in 1978 as Vice President for Educational Development, including setting fund-raising records.
- Credits Blackburn with founding the Mallet Assembly in 1961 as a self-governing honors dormitory with its own officers, constitution, and independent operations.
- Acknowledges the creation of the Blackburn Institute in 1995 to develop student leaders with understanding of challenges facing Alabama.
Legislative Description
Blackburn, John, commended
Resolutions, Congratulatory
Last Action
Joint Rule 11
3/31/2011
Full Bill Text
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