Author: The LU Gazette
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Thirsty Thursday inspires fashion: Introducing The Brain Brand
After students endure a week of classes, assignments, and various practices, they look forward to meeting up to wind down at Langston’s weekly social event: Thirsty Thursday. A staple of student engagement here, the casual meet up at the Paw Walk or the parking lot area at the rear of the gym is booming with…
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“Tea with Ms. Teaa”: Empowering black women at the LU
Teaa Hopkins, the coordinator of student engagement and leadership here at Langston, has started a support system for women on campus called “Tea with Ms. Teaa.” It is a space for the young ladies on campus to have healthy communication and conversations. Students naturally gravitate towards Ms. Teaa because of her welcoming personality. The first…
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Langston welcomes new cows for animal research programs
The school of agriculture and applied sciences is starting a new program: large animal research with beef cattle on the campus farm. On Aug. 22nd, Langston University welcomed 10 pregnant purebred angus cows to the campus farm. They were purchased from an auction and are now located in the north side of the west pastures…
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Dr. John Coleman Becomes Interim Dean of Arts and Sciences
Dr. Coleman is the new interim dean of the Arts and Sciences Department. He previously worked in the chemistry department for 25 years. According to a spokesperson for Langston University, Dr. Coleman was appointed by Dr. Peterson to take on the role of interim dean because he, “knows not just his department but this university…
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Alumna Returns to LU as New Counselor
Demetria Robinson, an alumna originally from Southside Chicago, has returned to her alma mater as a licensed professional counsellor at Langston University to assist students on their journey to “generational wellness.” Her passion for counselling came from having intimate conversations with the single mothers of the children she baby-sat while growing up. This impacted her…
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Riding the heat wave
Since the summer began back in June, the middle parts of the United States have experienced major heat waves and Langston has been no exception. Beginning in August, Langston University has seen temperatures reach 109 degrees. It has gotten so hot that athletic programs that usually practice outside are having trouble combating the heat. Ashley…
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Multiple positive Covid cases lead to campus concerns
After years of quarantine and vaccinations, followed by the last two years of relative peace, people have been less concerned about Covid-19. Now, a handful of positive cases have emerged on campus, and the Langston community is reminded of the remaining risks and protocols of the virus. Based on information provided by the Centers for…
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Slam The Door Comedy Show
For Homecoming week, the Comedy show happened on October 17th, was located in the Auditorium and was scheduled to start at 9 p.m.. The comedy show was hosted by Dj Red, an MC who is a Langston alum and comedian. The show featured B Simone, Billy Sorrells, Mr. Bankshot and Derrick Keener. Samuel Gichohi, a…
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Homecoming Recap: Lion Connect Mixer
On Friday, Oct. 20, Langston University hosted its inaugural Lion Connect Mixer during homecoming week. The “Ultimate Homecoming Mixer” allowed students to connect with alumni and other industry professionals. The event lasted three hours, featuring music, food, networking, and panelist discussions. CoBank sponsored the event in partnership with Langston University Office of Alumni Affairs.…
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Homecoming Recap: Ying Yang Twins post-game concert
This year’s post-game concert was performed by the Ying Yang Twins! The concert started at 6 p.m., right after the football game. The Langston Lions won with a final score of 51-20. The performance was held in the stadium parking lot where students and alumni tailgated. This made it very accessible for students, alumni, and…