HR0819 101ST GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, During 2020, the University of St. Francis will celebrate 100 years of preparing women and men to contribute to the world through service and leadership and of being a cornerstone of the Joliet community; and

WHEREAS, The University of St. Francis was established in 1920 by the Congregation of the Third Order of St. Francis of Mary Immaculate for the education of its own members; and

WHEREAS, Under the name Assisi Junior College, the doors of the University of St. Francis were opened to women outside the congregation in 1925; and

WHEREAS, A senior college curriculum was established and a new name, the College of St. Francis, was adopted in the fall term of 1930; and

WHEREAS, The College of St. Francis became coeducational in 1971; and

WHEREAS, The institution became the University of St. Francis on January 1, 1998; and

WHEREAS, Each year, the students of the University of St. Francis continue doing works of mercy within Illinois, including feeding the homeless, aiding the sick, clothing the naked, visiting the imprisoned, and teaching the young; and

WHEREAS, University of St. Francis alumni act as instruments of peace, contributing their time, talent, and treasure in service and leadership, building both civic and religious communities of welcome; and

WHEREAS, For 100 years, the State of Illinois and the University of St. Francis have benefited from one another, growing together in both reputation and achievement in a partnership that has enriched the lives of those who work in and call Illinois home; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE HUNDRED FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate the University of St. Francis on its centennial anniversary and on its significant contributions to Joliet, Will County, the State of Illinois, and beyond; and be it further

RESOLVED, We commend the University of St. Francis for its commitment to its students and extend best wishes to all for a successful celebration; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to University of St. Francis President Arvid C. Johnson Ph.D. as an expression of our esteem and respect.