Whereas, Dr. Francis L. Lawrence, while President of Rutgers University, has shown consistent and sustained interest in the activities of the University Senate; and,

Whereas, during his time as President, Dr. Lawrence was instrumental in the implementation of nearly every recommendation forwarded to him by the Senate; and,

Whereas, during his tenure he promoted the exchange of information between the Senate and the University administration; and,

Whereas, during that time the Senate acted on issues of significant importance to Rutgers, and benefited from the cooperation and respect of the President and administration; and,

Whereas, Dr. Lawrence has completed his term as President of Rutgers;

Therefore, Be It Resolved, that the Rutgers University Senate expresses its gratitude and appreciation for the courtesies and attention given it by President Francis L. Lawrence.