2013-J3007
LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Raymond G. Krisciunas upon the occasion
of his designation as recipient of the Distinguished Faculty Award by
the State University of New York at Canton
WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to take note of and
publicly acknowledge individuals of remarkable integrity and character
whose endeavors have enhanced the quality of education in this great
State; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Raymond G. Krisciunas upon the occasion of his designation as recipient
of the Distinguished Faculty Award by the State University of New York
at Canton, celebrated on May 1, 2013, at the Nancy R. Auster Honors
Convocation, where he was a guest of honor; and
WHEREAS, Raymond G. Krisciunas, a professor of history at SUNY
Canton's School of Business and Liberal Arts, received this prestigious
recognition for his many achievements as well as his commitment to
education; and
WHEREAS, Professor Krisciunas provides his students with an evolving
awareness of world events through his extensive knowledge, his genuine
interest, and his concern for his community; and
WHEREAS, Professor Krisciunas has traveled the world to present and
gather information to add to his research and has spent time in Argenti-
na, Brazil and Chile, as well as four years in a research position at
the University of Kiel in Germany; and
WHEREAS, Professor Krisciunas has served SUNY Canton as a Senator in
SUNY's Faculty Assembly, on the SUNY faculty Senate Executive Committee,
and as chair of the SUNY Faculty Senate Student Life Committee; and
WHEREAS, In addition, he has served on the Faculty Affairs Committee,
the Liberal Arts Committee, the Library Committee and as Department
Chair for history, political science, and economics, as well as the
Chair for Social Services; and
WHEREAS, Professor Krisciunas credits his family as playing a critical
role in his successful career; and
WHEREAS, Raymond G. Krisciunas has continually demonstrated an impres-
sive dedication, an unparalleled devotion and an unremitting enthusiasm
for the quality of the educational programs and opportunities offered at
SUNY Canton's School of Business and Liberal Arts for the benefit of its
faculty and students, as well as for the entire community; and
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that when a person
of such noble aims and accomplishments is brought to our attention it is
appropriate to publicly and jubilantly proclaim and commend that indi-
vidual for the edification of others; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Raymond G. Krisciunas upon the occasion of his designation as
recipient of the Distinguished Faculty Award by the State University of
New York at Canton; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Raymond G. Krisciunas.