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J756Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Honor Megan A. Medley

Official title

“Honoring Megan A. Medley upon the occasion of being named a New York Academic Scholar by USA Today and Phi Theta Kappa on April 24, 2019”

Sponsor Jen MetzgerSD-42
Status
Adopted
Impact
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors Megan A. Medley for being named a New York Academic Scholar by USA Today and Phi Theta Kappa.

Why it matters

  1. Recognizing Academic Excellence. The resolution highlights the importance placed on academic achievement within New York State, using Megan Medley’s recognition as a model for other students and affirming the state’s commitment to celebrating scholarly success.

  2. Encouragement of Community Service and Leadership. By noting Megan’s service to her college and community, the resolution reinforces the ideal that academic honors should go hand-in-hand with civic involvement and leadership, potentially inspiring others to contribute beyond the classroom.

  3. Representation and Visibility for Community College Students. By specifically honoring a SUNY Orange student, the resolution acknowledges the achievements of students at community colleges, helping to elevate their profile and validate the significance of two-year institutions in higher education.

  4. Motivational Value. The public commendation serves as both recognition for the individual and as motivation for other students, demonstrating that hard work and dedication can lead to statewide and even national acknowledgment.

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Honor Megan A. Medley

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Jen Metzger

Senator · Senate District 42

Chair, Agriculture

No co-sponsors yet.

History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

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Senate Resolution No. 756 BY: Senator METZGER HONORING Megan A. Medley upon the occasion of being named a New York Academic Scholar by USA Today and Phi Theta Kappa on April 24, 2019 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to act, in accord with its… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 756 BY: Senator METZGER HONORING Megan A. Medley upon the occasion of being named a New York Academic Scholar by USA Today and Phi Theta Kappa on April 24, 2019 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to act, in accord with its long-standing traditions, honoring the youth of today, and leaders of tomorrow, whose character and achievements best exemplify the ideals and values cherished by this great State and Nation; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Megan A. Medley upon the occasion of being named a New York Academic Scholar by USA Today and Phi Theta Kappa to be celebrated at its Lunch Reception on Wednesday, April 24, 2019, at the Albany Capital Center, Albany, New York; and WHEREAS, Phi Theta Kappa is a fraternal organization with a mission to recognize academic achievement of college students and to provide opportunities for them to grow as scholars and leaders; and WHEREAS, This vital organization works diligently to provide opportunities for the development of leadership and service, to create an intellectual climate for exchange of ideas, to encourage fellowship for scholars, and to stimulate interest in continuing academic excellence; and WHEREAS, A resident of Montgomery, New York, Megan A. Medley is being honored for her outstanding academic performance and service to her college and community; and WHEREAS, As Megan A. Medley takes her leave of SUNY Orange, she bequeaths a legacy of academic achievement, school involvement and community service to which others may aspire; and WHEREAS, Megan A. Medley stands poised on the threshold of a broad and challenging world, a testament to the love and nurturing care of her family, friends and school; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is proud to honor Megan A. Medley, a young woman and able scholar, recognizing the value of her labors and the promise of her future; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend Megan A. Medley upon the occasion of being named a New York Academic Scholar by USA Today and Phi Theta Kappa on April 24, 2019; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Megan A. Medley.

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