HR127 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Laura HallRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2016

Title

Oakwood University, 2016 Alumni Homecoming Weekend, recognized

Summary

The Alabama House recognizes Oakwood University for its 2016 Alumni Homecoming Weekend and offers a formal tribute.

What This Bill Does

It designates a formal recognition of Oakwood University's 2016 Alumni Homecoming Weekend (March 24–27, 2016). It describes Oakwood's history, including its founding in 1896, its name change to Oakwood University in 2008, its status as a historically Black Seventh-day Adventist liberal arts university in Huntsville, and its land holdings and student enrollment (over 1,200 acres and more than 1,700 students). It notes the school's community involvement and accreditation milestones, and states the House offers this resolution in the highest tribute with best wishes for continued success.

Who It Affects

• Oakwood University and its alumni (recognized and honored during the 2016 Alumni Homecoming Weekend)
• The Alabama House of Representatives / Alabama government (issues a formal, symbolic resolution recognizing the university and extending best wishes)

Key Provisions

• Recognizes Oakwood University on the occasion of its 2016 Alumni Homecoming Weekend and offers the resolution in highest tribute.
• Outlines Oakwood's history and achievements (founded 1896 as Oakwood Manual Training School, renamed Oakwood University in 2008, historically Black Seventh-day Adventist liberal arts institution in Huntsville, with land holdings over 1,200 acres and enrollment over 1,700) and notes the university's community involvement and accreditation milestones.
• States that the resolution is offered to Oakwood University in highest tribute with sincere best wishes for continued success.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory