WHEREAS, Winthrop University with grateful appreciation, does hereby acknowledge,
commend and honor the distinguished service to the University by Dr. Melford A. Wilson,
Jr. in many capacities including faculty member, department chair, International Center
Director, and, most recently, as Vice President of Academic Affairs; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Wilson's lively and stimulating contributions to the classroom, the campus
and local communities, and even far-flung regions of the world have enriched the intellectual
and social fabric of Winthrop University; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Wilson has worked tirelessly to improve and expand opportunities for
students, faculty, and staff to learn from one another;
THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of Winthrop University does
hereby gratefully acknowledge the past, present, and future commitment to Winthrop
University exemplified by Dr. Melford A. Wilson.
June 6, 2003
