Richmond, VA – According to the officials, on February 26, 2024, an event was held outside of Langston Hall on the VSU campus to announce the bill, with remarks from university officials, Petersburg Mayor Sam Parham, and Congresswoman McClellan.
McClellan stated that her goal was to honor Langston’s significant contributions to education and civil rights.
Not only was Langston a prominent figure in VSU’s history, but he was also a trailblazer in Virginia history, serving as the state’s first African American member of Congress.
VSU officials also said that they were honored to welcome Congresswoman McClellan to campus and are grateful for her dedication to joining the University’s efforts to commemorate Langston’s legacy.
