Author: Isaiah Price
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Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood: Alpha Kappa Alpha’s Alpha Zeta Chapter
On January 15, 1908, nine women came together on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C. to establish what would become Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, an organization rooted in the purposes of Scholarship, Service, and Sisterhood. Those nine women were Anna Easter Brown, Beulah Burke, Lillie Burke, Marjorie Hill, Margaret Flagg Holmes, Ethel…
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A Vision Realized : Bruce Thompson and the Rise of Dreamathon
From the streets of New Orleans, to selling socks and beanies in the Langston SSC, to building a nationally recognized brand, Langston alum Bruce Thompson’s story is rooted in his resilience, ambition and vision. It is shaped by his personal journey, including being displaced by Hurricane Katrina and becoming homeless during high school. He turned…
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Crowned in the Orange & Blue: Mr. and Miss Langston
The 80th Miss Langston, Elieha Rhone, and the 42nd Mr. Langston, Quentavious Wickliffe, step into their roles with pride and purpose at Langston University. As campus leaders, they represent the values of scholarship, service, and unity that define the HBCU experience. Their titles reflect not only tradition, but a shared commitment to supporting students, strengthening…
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Black History Month at an HBCU : Rooted in Excellence
Black History Month is a time to reflect on the past, recognize the present, and look toward the future of Black excellence. At Langston University, the only Historically Black College or University in Oklahoma, this celebration carries deep meaning. Langston represents resilience, opportunity, and pride for Black students in a state with just one HBCU. During…
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A Nation Defined by Borders: Immigration and Customs Enforcement
In recent years, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has become one of the most debated federal agencies in the United States, reflecting broader national tensions over immigration, border security and human rights. Tasked with enforcing immigration laws within the country’s interior, ICE operates at the intersection of law enforcement and humanitarian concern. Its expanded authority,…
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After Langston: Life Beyond The Yard
At Langston University it is often said that if you can make it here you can make it anywhere. These 3 interviews from graduating seniors on how Langston has prepared them for life beyond the yard. Each students shared their experiences on how Langston shaped them to be the person that they’ve become now. Their…
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Life on the Hill: Stories of Purpose, and Pride at Langston University
This past week, I had the opportunity to interview a student leader, a dedicated staff member, and a professor to truly learn what makes Langston University special. All three shared how Langston’s legacy of excellence, leadership, and community continues to shape lives every day. From inspiring classrooms to empowering campus organizations, these stores reflected the…
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Styled by the Pride: Langston’s Creators of Confidence
At Langston University, beauty isn’t only found in textbooks or classrooms. It’s crafted daily through the skilled hands of students who turn creativity into confidence inside the dorms. The hum of clippers, the scent of hair products, and the shimmer of nail polish blend into a rhythm of artistry and ambition, whether that’s a sharp…
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Behind The Shutter: Exploring Langston Visual Storytellers
At Langston University, student photographers are using their lenses to highlight campus life in new and creative ways. From covering athletic events to capturing student organizations and everyday scenes, their work is shaping how the university community sees itself. In interviews, several photographers shared their experience, the importance of their craft, and what inspires them…
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Women Of Purpose: Building Strength Through Service
In every community, there are leaders who rise with compassion, dedication and vision. Women of Purpose is an organization that has been serving the campus of Langston for over 10 years. Their mission is to embrace and celebrate the individuality and diversity of strong, successful and educated women. They have been a major pillar in…