LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 50th Anniversary of Onondaga
Community College

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
commend institutions of true purpose and high achievement whose exem-
plary programs and accomplishments clearly demonstrate the pursuit of
excellence in education and service to the community; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commem-
orate the 50th Anniversary of Onondaga Community College; and
WHEREAS, This auspicious Onondaga Community College anniversary cele-
bration will commence with a ceremony at the College's campus in the
Gordon Great Room on Wednesday, September 14, 2011, and will continue
throughout the 2011-2012 academic year; and
WHEREAS, Sponsored by Onondaga County, one of 30 colleges locally
sponsored throughout New York State, Onondaga Community College provides
students the opportunity to earn a two-year degree in multiple
locations; and
WHEREAS, Onondaga Community College offers classes for personal
enrichment and professional development; accelerated degree programs for
working adults; customized training for local businesses; and special
programs for children and teens, small businesses, and school districts;
and
WHEREAS, Onondaga Community College offers nearly 50 programs of
study, student dormitories, athletics, clubs and activities that allows
for a full college experience for its students; and
WHEREAS, Committed to creating and maintaining an atmosphere where
individuality is not only recognized - but encouraged - Onondaga Commu-
nity College serves the educational and economic development needs of
the region, and proudly boasts more than 40,000 alumni; and
WHEREAS, Today, Onondaga Community College continues to fulfill its
laudatory educational purposes, and eagerly fulfills its commitment to
its students, faculty, alumni and community; and
WHEREAS, Onondaga Community College's vision and plans for growth will
ensure all that work and attend the college will have multiple choices,
and tremendous opportunities for success, in the years to come; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when an educa-
tional institution of such noble aims and accomplishments is brought to
our attention, it should be recognized and applauded by all the citizens
of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Onondaga Community College
during the 2011-2012 academic year; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Dr. Debbie Sydow, President of Onondaga Community College.