HR988 - Congratulating Dr. Neal Weaver on his investiture as president of Stephen F. Austin State University.

      H.R. No. 988       R E S O L U T I O N          WHEREAS, Stephen F. Austin State University is holding an   investiture ceremony for its 11th president, Dr. Neal Weaver, on   May 1, 2025; and          WHEREAS, Dr. Weaver was selected for this distinguished   position by The University of Texas System Board of Regents in March   2024, following a rigorous search process and a unanimous vote to   appoint him; he began his tenure as president on May 13, 2024; and          WHEREAS, During the first year of his presidency, Dr. Weaver   has ably guided Stephen F. Austin State University in cultivating a   supportive environment for its students, faculty, and staff; he is   certain to continue to lead the institution to new heights as the   latest addition to The University of Texas System, with a clear   focus on furthering the university's academic mission, fostering   innovation, and strengthening its ties to the East Texas community;   and          WHEREAS, Dr. Weaver has brought to his position a wealth of   experience in higher education leadership; he previously served as   president of Georgia Southwestern State University and as vice   president for university advancement and innovation at Nicholls   State University, and he held various prominent roles at West Texas   A&M University and Northeastern State University; and          WHEREAS, Throughout his career, Dr. Weaver has demonstrated a   commitment to student success, institutional growth, and academic   excellence; he has driven significant progress in enrollment,   retention, and fundraising at every institution he has served; and          WHEREAS, Highly educated, Dr. Weaver holds a bachelor's   degree from Oklahoma Panhandle State University, a master of   business administration degree from Southeastern Oklahoma State   University, and a doctor of philosophy degree in organizational   leadership from the University of Oklahoma; and          WHEREAS, Dr. Neal Weaver has proven himself to be an   accomplished leader in higher education and an effective advocate   for students, and the Stephen F. Austin State University community   is indeed fortunate to have him at the helm of the institution; now,   therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas   Legislature hereby congratulate Dr. Neal Weaver on his investiture   as president of Stephen F. Austin State University and extend to him   sincere best wishes for continued success with his important work;   and, be it further          RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be   prepared for Dr. Weaver as an expression of high regard by the Texas   House of Representatives.     Shofner     ______________________________   Speaker of the House                 I certify that H.R. No. 988 was adopted by the House on May   23, 2025, by a non-record vote.     ______________________________   Chief Clerk of the House