MISSISSIPPI LEGISLATURE

2000 Regular Session

To: Rules

By: Senator(s) Harvey, Jackson, Simmons, Walls

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION COMMENDING AND CONGRATULATING DR. RAYGENE PAIGE FOR HER SERVICE AND CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE UPON THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT.

WHEREAS, Dr. Raygene Paige, State Program Leader, Family and Consumer Education, Mississippi State University Cooperative Extension Service, is retiring after many years of dedicated service; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Paige was selected as Black History Month Educator in 1997 by the Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Raygene Paige's commitment to service, tireless work, and exemplary leadership has resulted in the Mississippi State University Cooperative Extension Service functioning as a multi-cultural organization; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Raygene Paige was the guiding light in the development of programs which fostered understanding and appreciation of diversity through education; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Raygene Paige has earned the respect of her coworkers and her clientele of all races; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Raygene Paige was instrumental in molding the Mississippi State University Cooperative Extension Service into an integrated, mutually supportive and dedicated group of people who understand and respect the differences and rights of others; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Raygene Paige's success can best be summarized by the adage: "She practices what she preaches" and it is with great pride that we recognize this educator whose dedication has brought honor and respect to her university and to the State of Mississippi:

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE OF THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI, THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CONCURRING THEREIN, That we do hereby commend Dr. Raygene Paige for her contribution to the Mississippi State University Cooperative Extension Service upon the occasion of her retirement, and wish her and her family continued success in her future endeavors.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be presented to Dr. Paige and be made available to the Capitol Press Corps.