Author: The LU Gazette
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Langston starts first Ignite chapter in Oklahoma
Ignite is a brand-new organization that has joined Langston’s campus. Ignite is a movement of young women and allies who are ready and eager to engage their communities in civic service but also have the desire to oversee the next generation of leaders. Langston University is the first Oklahoma Ignite chapter and this is the…
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NSLS leaders set high standards
Are you a leader? It’s a question that some students are able to answer with ease. Langston University offers many opportunities to join different organizations, one of the many being the National Society of Leadership and Success. Langston University’s NSLS is one of seven hundred chapters nationally. NSLS is an honor society chapter that gives…
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Students get ‘Set Ready’
The Oklahoma Film and Television Academy partnered with Langston University to send six students to their “Set Ready” course.
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Enrollment Declines in Spring 2023 Semester
Comparing enrollment from fall to spring in the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 school years, there was a 20% decrease in returning students.
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Hunt Secures Legacy with Essence Dance Ensemble
Essence Dance Ensemble is a new Langston University dance organization founded by “Thee 76th Miss Langston University,” Diva Hunt, under her platform “Strength is Beauty”. Hunt is a senior business management major who will be graduating in 2023. She has participated in dance from a young age and is classically trained in ballet, tap, jazz,…
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For DaProphet, the Grind is the Art
Langston’s talent on campus continues to grow as a variety of students are paving a way for their futures. One rising artist on campus is Reese Brown, otherwise known as DaProphet. Reese is a sophomore business marketing major. He grew up in Del City, where he developed a love for different varieties of music from playing…
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Remembering Takeoff at the 2014 Migos Homecoming Concert
As November 2022 started the Hip Hop industry took a major loss with the tragic death of Takeoff, member of the Migos rap group, which sparked a memory I will never forget. The concert of the Migos Homecoming October 16, 2014. It was my freshman year at Langston University, and my first concert to ever…
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Lankford visits Langston City Hall; Horn Says He Has No Community Presence
On Friday, Oct 28, republican Sen. James Lankford visited Langston city hall to hear citizens voice their community issues. Lankford referred to the visit as an official meeting rather than a campaign stop; he was later re-elected to office on Nov 8. Residents discussed zip code issues, road repair and the water system. “We have…
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Langston University School of Business Alumni Create New Scholarship
School of business alumni have created a new scholarship for Langston students: the James and Thelma Wallace Scholarship. This fund benefits students by increasing their chances of remaining in school, graduating on time and focusing on their studies. Langston University 1977 graduate Lukata Lawrence explained, “The scholarship can be used toward the student’s expenses such…
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How LUMP Prepares for Homecoming 2022
When it comes to an HBCU homecoming and the entertainment that comes with it the people all depend on the marching pride band and what they bring during halftime. The band brings in the music and entertainment during the game and has various sets lined up to keep the the audience engaged. Leading up to homecoming,…