Service is responsible for mediating and conciliating racial and ethnic disputes and providing assistance to communities experiencing hatecrime tension. Mr. Battles was recognized regionally and nationally for his work, including receiving the Distinguished Service Award from the U.S. Attorney General; and Whereas, in preparation for his career, Thomas L. Battles, Jr., earned a in criminal justice and a degree bachelor’s degree master’s in applied social science, both from Florida A&M University. He also has received a certificate in ministerial studies from the Interdenominational Theological Center in Atlanta, Georgia. He and his wife, Mrs. Geraldine Woods Battles, have been blessed with five children, Thomas Eric Battles (a life member of Kappa Alpha Psi), Clarence, Eric, Artamesa, and Medina; and Whereas, the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives are grateful for Thomas L. Battles, Jr.’s commitment to serving others and wish him much success as he continues to serve as the thirtythird Grand Polemarch of his fraternity. Now, therefore, Be it resolved by the House of Representatives: That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, recognize and honor Thomas L. Battles, Jr., thirtythird Grand Polemarch of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., for his dedicated service to his fraternity and his country. Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Thomas L. Battles, Jr. XX
Service is responsible for mediating and conciliating racial and ethnic disputes and providing assistance to communities experiencing hatecrime tension. Mr. Battles was recognized regionally and nationally for his work, including receiving the Distinguished Service Award from the U.S. Attorney General; and Whereas, in preparation for his career, Thomas L. Battles, Jr., earned a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and a master’s degree in applied social science, both from Florida A&M University. He also has received a certificate in ministerial studies from the Interdenominational Theological Center in Atlanta, Georgia. He and his wife, Mrs. Geraldine Woods Battles, have been blessed with five children, Thomas Eric Battles (a life member of Kappa Alpha Psi), Clarence, Eric, Artamesa, and Medina; and Whereas, the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives are grateful for Thomas L. Battles, Jr.’s commitment to serving others and wish him much success as he continues to serve as the thirtythird Grand Polemarch of his fraternity. Now, therefore, Be it resolved by the House of Representatives: That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, recognize and honor Thomas L. Battles, Jr., thirtythird Grand Polemarch of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., for his dedicated service to his fraternity and his country. Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Thomas L. Battles, Jr. XX
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