Honor Susan Van Horn Shipherd

Senate Resolution No. 2812 BY: Senator BRESLIN HONORING Susan Van Horn Shipherd upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by Unity House on February 14, 2020 WHEREAS, It is incumbent upon the people of the State of New York to recognize and acknowledge those within our midst who have made significant contributions to the quality of life therein; and WHEREAS, From time to time this Legislative Body takes note of certain extraordinary individuals it wishes to recognize for their valued contributions to the success and progress of society and publicly acknowledge their endeavors which have enhanced the basic humanity among us all; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Susan Van Horn Shipherd upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by Unity House to be celebrated at its I Love Unity House Luncheon on Friday, February 14, 2020, at the Hilton Garden Inn, Troy, New York; and WHEREAS, Unity House is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for people living in poverty, adults with mental illness, victims of domestic violence, children with developmental delays and their families, people living with HIV/AIDS, and others whose needs can effectively be met by this vital organization and its philosophy; and WHEREAS, A retired sales representative for Krackeler Scientific, Inc., Susan Van Horn Shipherd has served as a Director of the University at Albany Foundation since 2003; she also currently serves on the Nominating Committee; and WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to her community, Susan Van Horn Shipherd is actively involved in several other charities and organizations including the Unity House of Troy, the University at Albany Benevolent Association, and the College of Arts and Science Dean's Advisory Board; and WHEREAS, Furthermore, this extraordinary woman established the Susan Van Horn Shipherd '64 Women in Science Scholarship; and WHEREAS, Susan Van Horn Shipherd earned an undergraduate degree in biology from the University at Albany, where as a student she was a member of Chi Sigma Theta and the fencing club; and WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her husband, Dr. James Ferris, and her two children, Jillian and JP, all of whom feel privileged to be a part of her life and rejoice in her many achievements; and WHEREAS, The success of Unity House is in direct correlation to the efforts of its dedicated supporters such as Susan Van Horn Shipherd, whose involvement is, and always has been, characterized by an impressive commitment, an unbridled enthusiasm, and an uncompromising standard of excellence in all endeavors on behalf of the business and the community it serves; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individuals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Susan Van Horn Shipherd upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by Unity House on February 14, 2020; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Susan Van Horn Shipherd.