Modeling and Simulation Week
WHEREAS, Virginia is an international nexus for modeling and simulation, where industry, academic, and government organizations access the most innovative technologies for solving complex problems and making smarter decisions; and
WHEREAS, Modeling and Simulation teaching and education is vital to K-20 institutes of learning to achieve, enhance and lead the innovative edge for Virginians and beyond; and
WHEREAS, critical sectors are increasingly reliant on Modeling and Simulation to support our military, Commonwealth preparedness, energy, telecommunications, transportation and logistics, and health and medicine; and
WHEREAS, Virginia is a voice and resource for the Modeling and Simulation industry nationally and internationally, working for the advancement of the Modeling and Simulation industry and as an advocate for Modeling and Simulation M&S issues of importance; and
WHEREAS, continued cutting edge development and application of Modeling and Simulation will improve Virginia’s economy and infrastructure, thus keeping Virginia at the forefront of innovation in the United States of America;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Robert F. McDonnell, do hereby recognize October 9-15, 2011 as MODELING AND SIMULATION WEEK in our COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA, and I call this observance to the attention of all our citizens.