SENATE RESOLUTION 8

(By Senators Plymale, Woelfel, Stollings, Boso, Sypolt, Maroney, and Lindsay)

[Introduced January 14, 2019]

Designating January 14, 2019, as Marshall University Day at the Capitol.

Whereas, Marshall University has been educating sons and daughters of Marshall in the tradition of Chief Justice John Marshall since the institution’s founding in 1837. This year marks the 182nd anniversary of Marshall University, founded as Marshall Academy; and

Whereas, Marshall University is a premier institution of higher learning, educating more than 13,000 students at 10 locations; and

Whereas, New academic programs in biomedical engineering, cybersecurity, and physician assistant will offer Marshall students the opportunity to prepare for cutting-edge careers; and

Whereas, Research at Marshall has grown 35 percent over the past two years and is focused on addressing some of the most pressing health concerns in Appalachia; and

Whereas, Its community partnerships and multidisciplinary approach to treating substance use disorder have made Marshall University a world leader in the effort to rebuild lives ravaged by the opioid epidemic; and

Whereas, The university’s Robert C. Byrd Institute is dedicated to the productivity, growth, and global competitiveness of entrepreneurs and the Appalachian Transportation Institute continues to set national standards in transportation; and

Whereas, Nearly $400 million and 3,200 jobs are contributed annually to West Virginia’s economy by Marshall University; therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate:

That the Senate hereby designates January 14, 2019, as Marshall University Day at the Capitol; and, be it

Further Resolved, That the Senate extends its sincere appreciation and gratitude to Marshall University for its tremendous contributions to the State of West Virginia; and, be it

Further Resolved, That the Clerk is hereby directed to forward a copy of this resolution to Dr. Jerome A. Gilbert, President of Marshall University.