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GA HR1572

Resolution

Status

Passed

2/29/2016

Primary Sponsor

Dominic Lariccia

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015-2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia House of Representatives recognizes and commends Dr. Virginia M. Carson for her service as President of South Georgia State College (since January 2013), having previously served as interim and then president of the former South Georgia College beginning in March 2008
  • Dr. Carson holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Georgia and a master's and doctorate in mathematics education from Georgia State University, with prior leadership roles at Georgia Highlands College, Georgia Perimeter College, and Northern Virginia Community College
  • She led the successful consolidation of the former Waycross College and South Georgia College, achieving SACS accreditation as a new institution with no recommendations
  • Dr. Carson received numerous awards, including the 2012 Distinguished Citizen of Coffee County Award, a 2004 Fulbright for International Education in Germany, and the 2013 Phi Theta Kappa Shirley B. Gordon Award of Distinction for college presidents
  • The Clerk of the House is directed to provide a copy of the resolution to Dr. Carson

Legislative Description

Carson, Dr. Virginia M.; President of South Georgia State College; recognize

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

2/29/2016

Full Bill Text

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