LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Stephanie Weiner, of Bellmore,
upon the occasion of being named a Semifinalist in the 2010 Intel
Science Talent Search

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to honor the youth of
today, and leaders of tomorrow, whose character and achievements exem-
plify the ideals and values cherished by this great State and nation;
and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratu-
late Stephanie Weiner upon the occasion of being named a Semifinalist in
the 2010 Intel Science Talent Search; and
WHEREAS, In achieving this high academic honor, Stephanie Weiner may
take just pride in the inspiration and contribution to the spirit of
excellence she brings to Bellmore, New York's John F. Kennedy High
School; and
WHEREAS, For Stephanie Weiner's project, entitled "The Influence of
Social Network Position on Preference Convergence," she worked with 316
Kennedy High School teens, studying their interactions both as individ-
uals and within social networking groups to learn not only how social
networks shape personal preferences but could be used to determine, in
the future, the best way to get critical information to large groups of
people at critical times; and
WHEREAS, Stephanie Weiner stands poised on the threshold of a broad
and challenging world, a testament to the love and nurturing care of her
family, teachers and friends; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Stephanie Weiner upon the occasion of being named a Semifi-
nalist in the 2010 Intel Science Talent Search, and to wish her contin-
ued success in all of her future endeavors; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Stephanie Weiner.