RESOLUTION TO HONOR DR. MARY JEAN MARTIN FOR MERITORIOUS SERVICE ON THE WINTHROP UNIVERSITY BOARD OF TRUSTEES

WHEREAS, Winthrop University with grateful appreciation, does hereby acknowledge, commend, and honor the distinguished service of Dr. Mary Jean Martin as a representative of the Alumni Association to the Winthrop University Board of Trustees from 1994 to 2006; and

WHEREAS, her participation on the Board on a variety of committees, as well as being Secretary, Vice-Chair, and Chair of the Board will long be evident in the achievements of the University; and

WHEREAS, she has freely given of her time and talents to strengthen the essential operations of the University, to further its progress toward reaching its institutional goals and to fulfill its educational mission and has worked to ensure that Winthrop University continues its tradition of outstanding service to its students; and

WHEREAS, she has exemplified resolute commitment to educational advancement for all students throughout her career;

THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED that the Trustees, the President, and the Winthrop University faculty, staff and students do hereby convey their deep respect and profound gratitude to Dr. Mary Jean Martin, and do commend her for outstanding meritorious services as a member of the Board of Trustees of Winthrop University.

June 9, 2006