SRES 34119th CongressIntroduced

A resolution congratulating the Washington University in St. Louis Bears women's soccer team for winning the 2024 NCAA Division III Women's Soccer Championship.

Introduced: Jan 23, 2025

Standard Summary

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This is a Senate resolution that officially congratulates the Washington University in St. Louis Bears women's soccer team for winning the 2024 NCAA Division III Women’s Soccer Championship. The resolution highlights the team’s perfect season (23-0-2), top national ranking, and standout performances, including Olivia Clemons earning multiple individual awards. It also commends the coaching staff led by Jim Conlon and recognizes the contributions of players, staff, alumni, students, and faculty. The document concludes by directing the Secretary of the Senate to send an enrolled copy of the resolution to key university leaders. It is a ceremonial, non-binding expression of praise and does not create any new policies or funding.

Key Points

1The Senate commends the Washington University in St. Louis Bears women’s soccer team for winning the 2024 NCAA Division III Women’s Soccer Championship, including celebration of the December 8, 2024 championship win over William Smith (3-0).
2The Bears’ season is highlighted with a 23-0-2 record, the top national ranking, and notable individual honors, such as Olivia Clemons being named Offensive Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year, and All-Tournament Offensive Player, along with multiple First-Team and All-Tournament selections.
3The coaching staff, led by head coach Jim Conlon with assistants, is recognized with Coaching Staff of the Year honors.
4The resolution acknowledges the efforts and dedication of players, coaches, management, and support staff, as well as the university’s alumni, students, and faculty, and the facility staff at Francis Olympic Field and Peter Johann Memorial Field.
5An enrolled copy of the resolution is to be transmitted to the Chancellor (Andrew D. Martin), the Director of Athletics (Anthony J. Azama), and the head coach (Jim Conlon).

Impact Areas

Primary: Washington University in St. Louis community (students, alumni, faculty, staff) and the Bears women's soccer program.Secondary: The university’s athletics department and public profile; supporters and fans; local and collegiate athletics communities.Additional impacts: Positive recognition that can boost school spirit, visibility for the program, and potential benefits to recruitment and alumni engagement; no fiscal impact or new legal obligations are created.

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