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To acknowledge and celebrate the 125th anniversary of Columbus College of Art & Design
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Whereas, Columbus College of Art & Design is the preeminent institution of art and design in the Midwest, and is one of the oldest and distinguished continuously operating colleges of art and design in the nation; and
Whereas, in 2004 Columbus College of Art & Design is celebrating its 125th year of educating professional designers and artists to be the creative leaders of tomorrow; and
Whereas, the innovation that is imperative for businesses to succeed in today's economic environment is driven by creative leaders; and
Whereas, Columbus College of Art & Design contributes to the cultural and economic success of the city through its boost to the arts, commitment to education and revitalization efforts in our downtown community; and
Whereas, this core understanding resonates throughout Columbus as the city grows culturally and economically; and
Whereas, this anniversary creates the opportunity for Columbus College of Art & Design to look toward the future and further its role as a cultural and economic force in the community; now therefore
BE IT RESOVLED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS
That the 125th anniversary celebration be recognized as an historic event not only for Columbus College of Art & Design, but as a celebration of arts, education and economic development in the city of Columbus.