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MS SC639

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Passed

3/27/2018

Primary Sponsor

Hillman Frazier

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Origin

Senate

2018 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes Dr. Lee Gardner Royce's retirement in May 2018 after 16 years as the 19th President of Mississippi College
  • Highlights achievements including doubling the university budget to $75.5 million, growing enrollment from 3,200 to 5,200 students, and raising $87.4 million through the Growing the Vision Campaign
  • Notes Dr. Royce's honors including Clinton Citizen of the Year and Executive of the Year from the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education's Southern Region III
  • Commends his leadership in transitioning Mississippi College athletics to NCAA Division II and the Gulf South Conference, and his 16-year service with United Way of the Capital Area
  • Extends best wishes to Dr. Royce and his family as he retires to Northern Virginia

Legislative Description

Recognize the accomplishments and civic leadership of Dr. Lee Gardner Royce, 19th President of MC, on his retirement.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

3/27/2018

Committee Referrals

Rules3/14/2018

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