HR95 Summary

• Honors Dr. Bernice C. Richardson on her Diamond Birthday Celebration on April 6, 2015.

• Recognizes Dr. Richardson's 42-year career in education and 35 years of service to Alabama A and M University, including her role as Chair of the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences.

• Notes her distinction as the first African-American President of the Alabama Association of Family and Consumer Sciences and her 50+ years as a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

• Acknowledges her 54-year marriage to Robert J. Richardson and their three sons (Christopher, Edward, and David) and four grandchildren.

• Commends Dr. Richardson as an inspirational teacher, mentor, and community leader who received the Distinguished Service Award from the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences.