A RESOLUTION COMMENDING AND CONGRATULATING MR. PATRICK R. WILCHER FOR BEING SELECTED AS "INSTRUCTOR OF THE YEAR" AT THE PERKINSTON CAMPUS OF MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST COMMUNITY COLLEGE.
Summary
Senate Concurrent Resolution 537 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Mr. Patrick R. Wilcher of Gulfport for being selected as “Instructor of the Year” at the Perkinston Campus of Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. The resolution highlights his 19 years of service at MGCCC, his role as Department Chair and Mathematics Instructor, and his educational background and prior teaching experience. It also notes that the award is based on nominations from students, faculty, and administrators and recognizes teaching excellence, college service, community service, and professional development.
The resolution does not change any substantive law, create new programs, or appropriate funds. Its effect is limited to formally commending Mr. Wilcher, directing that the resolution be presented to him, forwarded to the college president, and made available to the Capitol Press Corps. As an adopted concurrent resolution, it serves as an official expression of legislative recognition rather than a statutory amendment.
Impact
SC537 has no direct impact on Mississippi statutes, regulations, or public programs. It is a nonbinding honorary resolution that records legislative appreciation for an individual educator and may be used for public recognition by the college and the recipient. The only practical effect is ceremonial and reputational, with no legal obligations imposed on state agencies, local governments, or private parties.
Sentiment
The sentiment around the resolution is uniformly positive. The bill was adopted by the Senate with 45 yeas and 0 nays, indicating unanimous support and no recorded opposition. The language of the resolution itself is laudatory, emphasizing Mr. Wilcher’s teaching excellence, long service, and dedication to students in Mississippi.
Contention
There is no notable policy contention in the available record because the measure is purely commemorative. No committee transcript discussion is provided, and the vote history shows no dissent. Any interest in the resolution appears to be limited to recognizing an individual educator and celebrating Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.