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SR 340

Georgia State University; recognize

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by John Albers and 25 co-sponsors

Senate Resolution 340 honors Georgia State University for its educational excellence, economic impact, and commitment to student success, benefiting over 52,000 students.

Senate Read and Adopted
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Bill Summary · SR 340

Summary of Senate Resolution 340

Bill Information

  • Bill Number: SR 340
  • Title: Georgia State University; recognize
  • Status: Senate Read and Adopted
  • Introduced: March 04, 2025
  • Classification: Resolution

Purpose and Intent

Senate Resolution 340 aims to formally recognize and commend Georgia State University (GSU) for its significant contributions to education, research, and community impact. The resolution highlights GSU's achievements and its role as a leading institution in higher education.

Key Provisions

The resolution includes several notable points regarding Georgia State University:

  1. Historical Significance:

    • Founded in 1913, GSU serves over 52,000 students and is located in downtown Atlanta, with additional campuses in DeKalb, Fulton, and Newton counties.

  2. Academic Excellence:

    • GSU has been ranked the nation's number one public university for undergraduate teaching by U.S. News and World Report for five consecutive years.
    • Recognized as one of the top five "Most Innovative" universities in the U.S. for a decade.

  3. Graduation Rates:

    • Since 2003, GSU has increased its six-year graduation rate by 74%, demonstrating its commitment to student success.

  4. Financial Contributions:

    • Received an $80 million gift from the Robert W. Woodruff Foundation for campus transformation.
    • Invested over $1.2 billion in research expenditures in the past six years.

  5. New Developments:

    • Groundbreaking of a new nine-story, $100 million Research Tower to enhance research capabilities.

  6. National Recognition:

    • The National Institute for Student Success (NISS) received a $2 million grant to assist other Georgia colleges in improving graduation rates.
    • NISS was awarded the first-ever Trailblazer Award by the U.S. Department of Education for its effective interventions.

  7. Athletic Achievements:

    • Over 200 student-athletes received academic honors, with a collective GPA of 3.39, surpassing the overall Sun Belt Conference GPA.

  8. Economic Impact:

    • GSU contributes approximately $3.2 billion annually to the metro Atlanta economy.

  9. Strategic Planning:

    • GSU has adopted a ten-year strategic plan, "BluePrint to 2033," focusing on initiatives such as student success, research innovation, and community engagement.

Impact

The resolution serves to honor Georgia State University for its achievements and contributions to education, research, and the local community. It recognizes the university's role in fostering student success and its economic impact on the region. The resolution is a formal acknowledgment of GSU's efforts to innovate and improve educational outcomes for a diverse student body.

Procedural Aspects

  • Legislative Actions:
    • March 4, 2025: Introduced and placed in the Senate Hopper.
    • March 6, 2025: Read and adopted by the Senate.

This resolution not only celebrates GSU's accomplishments but also reinforces the importance of higher education institutions in driving social and economic progress.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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