First Lady Cecilia Abbott Addresses McMurry University Women’s Leadership Luncheon
Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott delivered the keynote speech at the McMurry University Women's Leadership Luncheon today. The luncheon celebrates outstanding women leaders and honors the recipient of the Dr. Sandra S. Harper Women's Leadership Scholarship, which is awarded each year to a student at McMurry University. Taylor Russell, who will graduate in May 2016 with a degree in biomedical science and is captain of the basketball team, was the recipient of this year’s scholarship award.
"Texas is home to so many strong, accomplished women - women who inspire us to dream big and give back to our communities. I am honored to be here today to celebrate and recognize the leaders at McMurry University who have distinguished themselves through their accomplishments in the classroom and stewardship to their community,” said the First Lady. “Governor Abbott and I congratulate this year's scholarship recipient, Taylor Russell, and all students for enriching their community and building an even better future for our great state.”
Following the First Lady’s remarks, Abilene Mayor Norm Archibald issued a proclamation declaring March 31, 2015 as Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott Day.