WHEREAS, in memory of Margaret M. Bryant, an outstanding humanist, nationally known
scholar, and generous benefactor of Winthrop, the Margaret M. Bryant Professorship
in English was established in 1997; and
WHEREAS, extraordinary teaching, excellent scholarship, and superior professional
service are primary criteria for the Bryant Professorship; and
WHEREAS, the professor chosen for this honor has dedicated nineteen years at Winthrop
to the intellectual development of her students as well as to the overall development
of the university and her profession; and
WHEREAS, this award has been presented to Professor Jane Bowman Smith for her talented
teaching, exceptional scholarship and service, and the continuous support of student
writing and the enrichment of the Winthrop English program;
THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of Winthrop University gratefully
acknowledges the outstanding accomplishments of Professor Jane Bowman Smith and presents
to her today this citation as a testament to her scholarly achievements and devotion
to higher education and in honor of being named the Margaret M. Bryant Professor.
November 17, 2006
