Senate Resolution No. 2075 BY: Senator GAUGHRAN CONGRATULATING Deniz Sinar upon the occasion of being named a National Merit Scholar WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to act, in accord with its long-standing traditions, to honor the achievements of its young citizens and leaders of tomorrow, whose character and accomplishments exemplify the ideals and values cherished by this great State and Nation; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Deniz Sinar upon the occasion of being named a National Merit Scholar on Wednesday, May 8, 2019; and WHEREAS, The National Merit Scholarship Program, one of the most prestigious academic recognition programs in the Nation, was established in 1955, and recognizes through rigorous competitive examinations, those students across the country who demonstrate exceptional academic ability; and WHEREAS, Deniz Sinar was one of 2,500 Merit Scholar designees chosen from a talent pool of more than 15,000 outstanding Finalists in the 2019 National Merit Scholarship Program; and WHEREAS, After graduating from Commack High School, Deniz Sinar plans to major in Bioengineering; and WHEREAS, Deniz Sinar, a superb student of singular distinction and superlative abilities, has established high standards of academic excellence and purposefulness of life rarely achieved in youthful years; and WHEREAS, An outstanding role model for her classmates, Deniz Sinar has brought honor to her family, school, and community; she truly embodies diligence, motivation and tenacity, admirable qualities that will serve her well now and into the future; and WHEREAS, Poised eagerly with enthusiasm and determined purpose, this scholar now stands honorably, with just pride in her accomplishments and in eager anticipation of future challenges, understanding and appreciating the caring counsel and support provided by her teachers, coaches and parents; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to congratulate Deniz Sinar upon the occasion of being named a National Merit Scholar; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Deniz Sinar.