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MS SC703

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Passed

4/27/2010

Primary Sponsor

Joey Fillingane

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Origin

Senate

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes Dr. Daniel W. Jones on his formal installation as the 16th Chancellor of The University of Mississippi on April 9, 2010, following his appointment effective July 1, 2009
  • Dr. Jones previously served as Vice-Chancellor for Health Affairs, Dean of the School of Medicine, and CEO of the University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) in Jackson for six years
  • Dr. Jones served as the 2007-2008 national President of the American Heart Association and was named one of the "Best Doctors in America" from 1996-2008
  • Chancellor Jones announced at his inauguration a $100 Million Campaign for Faculty to attract and retain top academic talent at Ole Miss, which has grown to 18,000 students across 15 academic divisions since its founding in 1848
  • Adopted by both the Mississippi Senate and House of Representatives during the 2010 Regular Session, extending best wishes to Dr. Jones and his family and directing the resolution be presented to them and the Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning

Legislative Description

Recognize Dr. Daniel W. Jones on his Investiture as the 16th Chancellor of The University of Mississippi.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

4/28/2010

Full Bill Text

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