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MS SC589
Concurrent Resolution
AI Summary
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Recognizes Dr. Johnny Anthony, Associate Professor Emeritus of Music at Jackson State University, for his contributions to music education and dedication to Walls and DeSoto County
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Dr. Anthony earned degrees from Delta Center High School (1960), Rust College (1964), and University of Iowa (Ph.D. in Music Education, 1974), and served as Coordinator of Jackson State's Graduate Music Program for 35 years
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Dr. Anthony served as the first African-American President of the Mississippi Music Educators Association and held various leadership roles at regional and national levels
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Dr. Anthony mentored Jackson Public School students for 27 years, established tennis programs for underprivileged youth, and has been actively involved in tennis for over 40 years as a player, coach, and mentor
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Resolution directs that this recognition be presented to Dr. Anthony and his family and forwarded to the Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning and the Mayor of Walls, Mississippi
Legislative Description
Commend JSU Music Professor Dr. Johnny Anthony for outstanding contributions to the field of music.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
2/24/2017