LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 50th Reunion of the State
University of New York College at Cortland Class of 1959

WHEREAS, The State of New York is renowned for its centuries-old tradi-
tion of excellence and diversity in education and for the paramount
importance which education holds for the people of the state; and
WHEREAS, It is with immense pride that this Legislative Body commem-
orates the 50th reunion of the class of 1959 of the State University of
New York College at Cortland and applauds the graduates for their life-
time achievements; and
WHEREAS, The 50th Reunion Class of SUNY Cortland will gather at the
college during Alumni Reunion Weekend 2009, July 16-19, 2009, to express
its gratitude to its alma mater and to celebrate the success of its
graduates in the fields of teaching, coaching, educational adminis-
tration, and community affairs, as well in law, social work, marketing
and management, private enterprise and many other professions; and
WHEREAS, Whatever paths their lives took, the graduates of SUNY
Cortland's Class of 1959 exemplify mainstream America, work long hours,
live in modest neighborhoods, raise their children with the values cher-
ished by this state and nation, and have become valued members of their
communities, assisting when called upon and contributing to the many
community and professional associations favored by their largely unher-
alded generation; and
WHEREAS, Those who became educators taught with high standards and
dedication, compiling a remarkable record of educational service on the
front line of education in the school systems of New York and other
states; many of those who pursued other careers became community lead-
ers, entrepreneurs, skilled athletes and contributors to the programs
and decisions which helped lead the United States out of the Cold War
era and into world economic and international leadership; and
WHEREAS, That so many will gather for Alumni Reunion Weekend 2009 is
testimony to the college's spirit of community and collegiality, a
reflection of experiences shared, and a tribute to the lifelong friend-
ships established there; and
WHEREAS, The colleges and universities of this state and nation
reflect the character and values of the society in which they exist; the
State University of New York College at Cortland may be justly proud of
the achievements of its alumni; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 50th reunion of the SUNY Cortland Class of 1959, to be
held at the college on July 16-19, 2009, and to applaud the graduates of
50 years ago for their dedication and accomplishments, fully confident
they will continue to bring enduring honor to their alma mater, to New
York State, and to themselves; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the State University of New York College at Cortland Class of
1959.