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MS SC687
Concurrent Resolution
AI Summary
- Commends the life and legacy of Dr. Maria Luisa Alvarez Harvey, who passed away on February 13, 2017, and was a respected instructor at Jackson State University
- Recognizes Dr. Harvey's 40-year career at Jackson State University, including 20 years as head of the Honors Program and founder of the W.E.B. Du Bois Honors College
- Honors Dr. Harvey's journey from poverty in Mexico to becoming a first-generation college graduate with multiple advanced degrees, including a doctoral degree from the University of Arizona
- Acknowledges her awards including being named "Teacher of the Year" in 1979 and receiving the Community Service Award from the Jackson State University National Alumni Association in 2012
- Extends the Mississippi Legislature's condolences to her surviving family and directs the resolution be presented to her family and Jackson State University
Legislative Description
Commend the life of Dr. Maria Luisa Alvarez Harvey, respected Instructor at Jackson State University.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
4/5/2017
Committee Referrals
Rules3/27/2017
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