The resolution introduced on February 6, 2026, designates February 9, 2026, as West Virginia State University Day at the Capitol. It highlights the university's significant history and contributions, noting its establishment in 1891 as a public historically black college and university (HBCU) and its accreditation achievements. The resolution emphasizes the university's role in military education, its transition to an integrated institution following the 1954 Supreme Court decision against school segregation, and its designation as a university in 2004.

Additionally, the resolution acknowledges West Virginia State University's impact on economic development through its research in various fields and its service to all 55 counties in the state. It celebrates the university's notable alumni, including influential figures such as the Tuskegee Airmen, NBA legend Earl Lloyd, and Katherine Johnson, who inspired the film "Hidden Figures." The Senate recognizes the university's commitment to education and community service, directing the Clerk to send a copy of the resolution to the university's president, Ericke S. Cage.