Record #: R2012-931   
Type: Resolution Status: Adopted
Intro date: 10/3/2012 Current Controlling Legislative Body:
Final action: 10/3/2012
Title: Recognition extended to Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Seccional Cali for contributions to nation of Columbia
Sponsors: Cardenas, George A.
Attachments: 1. R2012-931.pdf
RESOLUTION IN RECOGNITION OF PONTIFICIA UNIVERSIDAD JAVERIANA SECCIONAL CALI
WHEREAS, In 1623, the Society of Jesus founded the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in Bogata, Columbia , a private higher education institution that is of the oldest, most traditional, and prestigious universities in that South American nation; and
WHEREAS, Since its inception, this university has been notable for its academic excellence and commitment to the sustainable development of the region, becoming a key player in transforming its social, economic, political, environmental, cultural and spiritual life through responsible management of its teaching, research and service resources; and
WHEREAS, On October 6, 1970 the university started a Public Accounting Program in the city of Cali. On November 20, 1978 the University Directing Council approved a full extension site there and named it Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Seccional Cali; and
WHEREAS, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Seccional Cali was the first private university in southwestern Colombia to obtain institutional accreditation by the Ministry of National Education of Colombia. This laudable institution is committed to the new young generation of the city, region and country. Since its creation, it has continued to strengthen the academic quality of their programs in order to provide better education alternatives, contributing to the training of people with humane and academic excellence, imbuing their students with high professional skills as well as a sense of social responsibility; and
WHEREAS, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Seccional Cali has a social commitment to nurture a more just society by offering educational opportunities to the country's ethnic minorities, as well as outstanding students with limited financial resources; and
WHEREAS, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Seccional Cali has been recognized for its dedication to training ethical men and women who value and respect cultural diversity and have an envi...

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