Senate Resolution No. 2536

BY: Senator GRIFFO

CONGRATULATING David Bailey upon the occasion of
his retirement after 34 years of dedicated service
to Hamilton College

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, This Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate David
Bailey upon the occasion of his retirement after 34 years of dedicated
service to Hamilton College; and

WHEREAS, A resident of Clinton, New York, David Bailey began his
illustrious career with Hamilton College in 1990; and

WHEREAS, As Winslow Chair of Modern Science and Professor of
Geosciences, David Bailey's research focuses on the history of igneous
and tectonic activity in the northeastern United States and on the
mineralogy of New York State; and

WHEREAS, David Bailey is a recipient of National Science Foundation
ILI and CCLI grants and is a research associate of the New York State
Museum; he has written numerous peer-reviewed papers, conference
abstracts and field trip guides; and

WHEREAS, Throughout his tenure, David Bailey has taught several
courses, including Principles of Geosciences: Earth Resources and the
Environment, Mineralogy, Origins of Natural Systems, Igneous &
Metamorphic Petrology, and Volcanology; and

WHEREAS, Furthermore, active within Hamilton College, this esteemed
professor has given tirelessly of his time and energies as: Chair,
Geosciences Department, 2015; Mentor, Miami Posse 1, 2010-14; Acting
chair, Geosciences Department, 2009-10, 2013; Committee on Academic
Standing, 2008-11; Chair, Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Grievance
Board, 2006-07; Chair, Committee on Academic Policy, 2005-06; Harassment
and Sexual Misconduct Grievance Board, 2004-06; Committee on Academic
Policy, 2003-05; Co-chair; Geoarchaeology Program, 2001-present; Science
Building Planning Committee, 1996-2005; and Radiation Safety Committee,
1993-present; and

WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to his
profession, David Bailey is a member of the New York State Academy of
Mineralogy, New York State Geological Association, Mineralogical Society
of America, and the Geological Society of America, as well as a research
associate of the New York State Museum; and

WHEREAS, David Bailey earned his doctorate from Washington State
University; his dissertation focused on geochemistry and petrogenesis of
Miocene volcanic rocks in the Powder River Volcanic Field, northeast
Oregon; and

WHEREAS, A caring, competent, and committed leader, David Bailey's
character and integrity are the hallmarks of his life and work as an
educational leader, a community volunteer and as a person; and

WHEREAS, The residents of Clinton, New York, are indeed fortunate
and blessed to have had such a dedicated and respected educational
leader; his wisdom and contributions to Hamilton College have truly made
a difference in the lives of those fortunate enough to have worked with
him; and

WHEREAS, A significant contributor to education in the State of New
York, David Bailey has continually demonstrated an impressive
dedication, an unparalleled devotion and an unremitting enthusiasm for
the quality of the educational programs and opportunities offered for
the benefit of its faculty and students, as well as for the entire
community; and

WHEREAS, In completing his service, David Bailey leaves behind more
than mere bricks and mortar; he leaves behind a legacy to the students
of Hamilton College and to the residents of Central New York; now,
therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate David Bailey upon the occasion of his retirement after 34
years of dedicated service to Hamilton College, and to wish him
continued success in all his future endeavors; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to David Bailey.