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FL H9065
Resolution
Status
3/31/2015
Primary Sponsor
Lori Berman
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AI Summary
HR 9065 Summary
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Recognizes Dennis P. Gallon, Ph.D., for his distinguished 50-year career in education, beginning as a high school teacher in 1964
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Honors his tenure as the fourth president of Palm Beach State College for 18 years, from 1997 to June 30, 2015
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Notes Palm Beach State College achievements under his leadership, including the national Bellwether Award for Instructional Programs and Services in 2006, ranking as the eighth-largest producer of associate degrees nationally, and twice being selected by the Aspen Institute as a top community college
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Highlights institutional growth including approval and construction of a new campus scheduled to open in 2016, nearly doubled student enrollment, completion rate increase from 29 percent to 43 percent, 160-percent increase in operating budget, and expansion to offer three baccalaureate degree programs
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Directs presentation of a copy of this resolution to Dr. Gallon as recognition of his retirement and service
Legislative Description
Dr. Dennis P. Gallon
Last Action
Adopted by Publication
4/9/2015