Honor Dr. Carol M. Grant

Senate Resolution No. 1326 BY: Senator COMRIE COMMENDING Dr. Carol M. Grant upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Zeta Zeta Lambda Chapter on May 11, 2019 WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize that the quality and character of life in the communities across New York State are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the community and its citizenry; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Dr. Carol M. Grant upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Zeta Zeta Lambda Chapter to be celebrated at its 10th Annual A Mother's Dream Scholarship Gospel Luncheon on Saturday, May 11, 2019, at Terrace on the Park in Flushing, New York; and WHEREAS, Dr. Carol M. Grant obtained both her Master of Social Work degree and Post Master's degree in Clinical Social Work with children and families from Adelphi University's School of Social Work, where she was the first African American woman chosen to be the class speaker; and WHEREAS, Dr. Carol M. Grant furthered her education by graduating summa cum laude with a Doctorate from Arizona State University's Doctor of Behavioral Health Program; this remarkable woman is an initiate of the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective-all-discipline collegiate honor society; and WHEREAS, Today, Dr. Carol M. Grant is a highly sought-after Social Worker, Behavioral Health Specialist, Inspirational Speaker, College Professor, Trainer, and Life Coach; she has over 32 years in the children and families service field, working as a Child Protection Manager for Family Services and Family Preservations in Brooklyn, New York; and WHEREAS, In addition to these roles, Dr. Carol M. Grant has served as a Certified Social Work Field Instructor with students from Touro College, Hunter College, Stony Brook University, and Adelphi University, and was a college professor at Adelphi University School of Social Work where she taught Human Behavior, Case Management, Social Work Policy, and Oppression classes; and WHEREAS, Currently, Dr. Carol M. Grant is a Professor at Hostos Community College, Arizona State University, Central Michigan University, and Maryville University, where she teaches Introduction to Psychology, Introduction to Sociology, Psychological Research, and Introduction to Social Work classes; and WHEREAS, Dr. Carol M. Grant also serves as a social work consultant for the Alpha Phi Alpha Senior Citizen's Center in Cambria Heights, New York, holds the title of CEO of Kym's Kloset, and is the co-founder of Teens Accepting Responsibility for Achievement (TARA); and WHEREAS, Furthermore, Dr. Carol M. Grant has presented various lectures at CUNY York College and serves as the Inspirational speaker for the Sisters Circle of Love, Family Preservations, and the Community Board 13; she has also held workshops for the Alpha Phi Senior Citizens Center; and WHEREAS, This dynamic woman volunteers her time and energies working in Queens community shelters, group homes, and soup kitchens, and holds the position of President of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Delta Beta Zeta Chapter; and WHEREAS, For her steadfast and unremitting commitment to improving society, Dr. Carol M. Grant was the recipient of the Rita Paprin Memorial Fellowship Award by Adelphi University and the Metropolitan College of New York Phenomenal Women of Power Award; and WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her two children, Isidra and Tequan, and her grandson, Princeton, all of whom have shown her love and support and rejoice in her many achievements; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and sustained commitment to the maintenance of high standards in their profession, certainly have earned the recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend Dr. Carol M. Grant upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Zeta Zeta Lambda Chapter on May 11, 2019; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Dr. Carol M. Grant.