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I I I 197 RESOLUTION NO. 1979-S1-R A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN MARCOS, TEXAS, HONORING SOUTHWEST TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY FOR 75 YEARS OF SERVICE. WHEREAS, Southwest Texas State University commemorates 75 years of service as a state-supported institution of higher education during the 1978-1979 school year; and, WHEREAS, the official university slogan, "the progressive university with a proud past," also serves as the 75th anniversary celebration theme, one which encourages the university community and residents of the San Marcos area to reflect on the rich history and tradition that have helped to make Southwest Texas one of the state's truly outstanding colleges: and, WHEREAS, chartered in 1899 by the State Legislature as a two-year normal school, Southwest Texas State Normal School opened its doors to 303 students who were taught by 17 instructors; and, WHEREAS, after 75 years and three name changes, Southwest Texas State University had an enrollment of more than 15,000 students and a faculty of more than 600 members; and, WHEREAS, with its original red-steepled building, Old Main, still in full academic use, the school blends its progressive educational programs with cultural enrichment and recreational opportunities that provide students with a well-rounded atmosphere for learning and maturing; and, WHEREAS, known throughout the state for its teacher education program, Southwest Texas gained national attention when one of its most famous graduates, Lyndon B. Johnson, became president of the United States; and, WHEREAS, all university divisions have contributed to the anniversary observance, which culminates with the summer academic commencement; and, WHEREAS, since its opening in 1903, Southwest Texas State University has grown into a first-class regional, state, and national institution of higher learning, and students, alumni, and all the people of Texas can be proud of its progress and its dedication to excellence; now, therefore, . BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN MARCOS, TEXAS: PART 1. That these bodies commemorate the 75th anniversary of Southwest Texas State University and offer best wishes for continued growth and academic excellence. PART 2. That official copies of this Resolution be prepared for Southwest Texas State University and for its president, Dr. Lee H. Smith, as an expression of highest regard from the citizens of the community. ADOPTED this 30th day of July, 1979. Od:A?H~~ UJ~h~~ayor )};~ ;d~ Doriss Hambrick City Secretary