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This resolution commends Sweet Briar College, a private women's liberal arts institution in Amherst County, Virginia, on the occasion of its 125th anniversary, recognizing its long history of educating and empowering women since its founding in 1901 on the former site of the Sweet Briar plantation, which was bequeathed for this purpose by Indiana Fletcher Williams in memory of her daughter. The resolution highlights the college's architecturally significant Georgian-style campus, its acknowledgment of the region's history through monuments to the Monacan Indians and enslaved persons, and the impactful leadership of figures like former president Meta Glass. It further praises Sweet Briar's diverse programs, including its ABET-certified engineering curriculum, equestrian program, and greenhouse, for equipping women with skills for leadership and civic participation, and expresses admiration for the college's contributions to the Commonwealth and its commitment to preparing graduates to improve the world.

https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HR90