Senate Joint Resolution 625 confirms the appointment of Susan Marsh Mayfield to the advisory board for the University of Tennessee Southern. This appointment is made by Governor Bill Lee and is set to last until June 30, 2030. The resolution highlights Mayfield's extensive background in education, particularly within the Giles County school system, where she has taught various grades and served as a gifted instructor. Additionally, she is involved in agricultural operations, managing a significant cattle farm.
The resolution is in accordance with Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 49-9-501, which mandates that the governor appoint five members to each advisory board for the University of Tennessee institutions, and that these appointments must be confirmed by the general assembly. Mayfield's educational qualifications include degrees from the University of Tennessee, Middle Tennessee State University, and Tennessee State University, along with certifications from Tennessee State University and Belmont University.