WHEREAS, Winthrop University with grateful appreciation, does hereby acknowledge,
commend and honor the six years of distinguished service of Mr. Scott Talley as a
member of the Winthrop University Board of Trustees; and
WHEREAS, he has freely given of his 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 which has led to the increase of the quality
of academic programs and the diversity of the student body; and
WHEREAS, his participation on the Board on a variety of committees including the presidential
search committees and as chair of the Committee on Student Life and Athletics have
been characterized by his dedication to excellence and his high level of commitment
to education and will long be evident in the achievements of the University; and
WHEREAS, he has employed his community spirit and his resolute commitment to civic
and educational advancement; and has worked to ensure that Winthrop University continues
its tradition of outstanding service to its students, the Rock Hill community and
the State of South Carolina;
THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED that the Winthrop University Board of Trustees and President
Mahony, on behalf of the students, faculty and staff at Winthrop University, and the
extended public higher education community, gratefully acknowledge the vigorous advocacy
and heartfelt concern that Scott has demonstrated on behalf of higher education in
general and Winthrop in particular, and in commending him for outstanding meritorious
service, do wish him every success and happiness in all his future endeavors.
June 10, 2016
