State Legislature Recognizes Southern Oregon University's 150th Anniversary
The Oregon Legislature recognized the 150th anniversary of Southern Oregon University last week by adopting a resolution that applauds and congratulates the university for its ongoing "service, leadership and contributions" to the state.
The legislation -- House Concurrent Resolution 1 -- was signed by Oregon Senate President Rob Wagner in an event attended by SOU President Rick Bailey and SOU Board of Trustees Chair Danny Santos.
SOU -- which was founded in 1872 as the Ashland Academy -- has celebrated its sesquicentennial anniversary throughout the current academic year. The institution has been in its current location since 1926 and was known by a total of nine other names before becoming SOU in 1997.
Last week's resolution was sponsored by State Representative Pam Marsh and State Senator Jeff Golden, both of Ashland. It was co-sponsored by representatives Kim Wallan, Zack Hudson, Boomer Wright, Emily McIntire, Ricki Ruiz and David Brock Smith.
The resolution contains 19 "whereas" notations recognizing everything from the evolution of SOU's name and focus to its commitment to sustainability to the leadership of its graduates.
Posted on 4/22/23 6:09AM by Sam Marsh
