Senate Resolution No. by Senator Duplessis commends Xavier University of Louisiana as it prepares to celebrate its centennial anniversary in 2025. Established in 1925 by Saint Katharine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, Xavier is the only historically Black and Catholic university in the nation. Over the past century, it has made significant contributions to higher education, particularly in producing African American professionals in fields such as medicine and STEM. The resolution highlights the university's commitment to social justice, academic excellence, and community service, as well as the leadership of President Emeritus Dr. Norman C. Francis and current President Dr. C. Reynold Verret.

The resolution acknowledges Xavier's resilience through challenges, including its recovery from Hurricane Katrina, and celebrates its role as a national educational leader. It emphasizes the university's unique culture of mentorship and support, which fosters engaged citizens and critical thinkers. The yearlong centennial celebration is seen as an opportunity for the Xavier community and the state of Louisiana to reflect on a century of achievements and to anticipate future successes. The Senate expresses its best wishes for Xavier's continued impact in the years to come.