Resolution No. 1040 honors Joseph Castiglione for his significant contributions to the University of Oklahoma (OU) and the state of Oklahoma during his 28-year tenure as Vice President and Director of Athletics, which is the longest in the Football Bowl Subdivision. Under his leadership, OU achieved remarkable academic and athletic success, with nearly 3,000 student-athletes graduating and the Sooners winning 117 conference titles and 26 national championships across various sports. Castiglione also fostered a culture of academic excellence, with OU Athletics maintaining a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher for 28 consecutive terms.

The resolution highlights Castiglione's role in enhancing OU's athletic programs, including the hiring of successful coaches and the establishment of a self-sustaining athletics department. His leadership extended beyond the university, as he served on several national committees aimed at improving the collegiate athletics landscape. The resolution concludes by recognizing Castiglione's commitment to excellence and his impact on the university, directing that a copy of the resolution be distributed to the President of the University of Oklahoma, Joseph Harroz, Jr.