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Commending Karen O. Miller as a University System of Georgia Outstanding Scholar on Academic Recognition Day; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Karen O. Miller is the Bainbridge College Outstanding Scholar for 2001, having attained the distinction of earning the highest grade point average and representing excellence in academic achievement and personal development; and

WHEREAS, Academic Recognition Day was begun in 1987 as a celebration of individual academic achievement and recognition of those students who exemplify that which is best about the University System of Georgia and its institutions, the commitment to excellence in scholarship, and a lifelong quest for knowledge and understanding; and

WHEREAS, the 34 institutions of the University System of Georgia are valuable resources for the people of this state, enhancing the intellectual, economic, social, civic, and cultural well-being of the communities in which they are located and the entire state; and

WHEREAS, Georgia's higher education system is dedicated to the goal of providing quality education to all and fostering the realization of each person's fullest potential, and it is most appropriate to honor the Outstanding Scholar at each institution.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body recognize and commend Karen O. Miller as the Bainbridge College Outstanding Scholar for 2001 and convey their congratulations and best wishes.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Karen O. Miller.