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FL S1744
Resolution
AI Summary
- Designates January 11, 2018, as "Wildcat Day" in Florida to honor Bethune-Cookman University
- Recognizes the university's founding on October 3, 1904, by Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune and its evolution from a girls' elementary school to a university achieving accreditation in 2007
- Notes the university currently enrolls 4,140 students, offers 43 degrees through 12 academic schools and colleges including 7 graduate programs, and is one of 3 private historically black colleges and universities in Florida
- Acknowledges Judge Hubert L. Grimes' appointment as interim president on July 13, 2017, and the university's adoption of the "TIP" pledge for transparency, integrity, and positive action
- Directs presentation of the resolution to Interim President Grimes as recognition of the institution's contributions to higher education
Legislative Description
Wildcat Day
Last Action
Adopted
1/11/2018
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