Bill > HR0143

This resolution, passed by the House of Representatives of the 114th General Assembly of the State of Tennessee, honors the memory of Dr. Ashleigh Elain McKinzie, a tenured professor of Sociology and Women's and Gender Studies at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU). The resolution notes her tragic passing on December 4, 2025, her academic background including a Doctor of Philosophy degree from the University of Georgia, and her impactful nine years of teaching at MTSU, where she was passionate about subjects like sociological theory, social inequality, global feminism, and racial and gender inequalities. It highlights her dedication to mentorship, guiding graduate students in their research and theses, and her commitment to advocating for the dismantling of societal inequalities, particularly those exacerbated by natural disasters. The resolution also remembers her for her vibrant spirit and the positive impact she had on her students and colleagues, leaving behind a legacy of education, mentorship, and advocacy, and extends sympathy and condolences to her loved ones and the MTSU community.

https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HR0143&ga=114