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IN SCR0023

Concurrent Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

2/5/2019

Primary Sponsor

Timothy Lanane

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Origin

Senate

2019 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Indiana General Assembly memorializes Dr. Alice Swenson Bennett, who passed away on January 27, 2019 at age 89

  • Dr. Bennett taught for 31 years at Ball State University in the Biology Department, specializing in Molecular Biology, Biophysics, and Radiation Biology

  • Earned degrees from Western Michigan College (Chemistry and Biology), University of Michigan (Masters in Biological Chemistry), and Purdue University (Ph.D. in Biochemistry)

  • Contributed to breast cancer research and served as Chair of the University Senate; received awards for work in academia, First Amendment rights, voting rights, and women's rights

  • Volunteered with Ross Community Center, ACLU, Planned Parenthood, AAUW, League of Women Voters, National Organization for Women, and Tax Aide for Seniors

Legislative Description

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION to memorialize Dr. Alice Swenson Bennett and her contributions to her community.

Last Action

Returned to the Senate

2/5/2019

Full Bill Text

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