By David West

Dr. Marcia Hardy, left, president of the Faculty Senate at Northwestern State University, presented a resolution of appreciation to Northwestern State President Dr. James Henderson at spring commencement exercises. The resolution, which was passed by the Faculty Senate read “Whereas President James Henderson since assuming office in January 2015 has worked tirelessly on behalf of Northwestern State University and higher education in the State of Louisiana; and Whereas he has sought through multiple creative and innovative efforts to revitalize the life of the university, Be it resolved that the Faculty Senate of Northwestern State University extends its utmost appreciation to Dr. Henderson for his continuing leadership and outstanding service to faculty, students and staff of the university.” Henderson has served as Northwestern State’s president since Jan. 1, 2015.