Category: Features
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A Legacy Led by Women: The Female Mayors of the City of Langston
Langston, Oklahoma, stands as more than a dot on the map; it is a symbol of resilience, Black excellence, and self-determination. Founded in 1890 by Edward P. McCabe, Langston was established as one of the first all-Black towns in Oklahoma Territory. McCabe envisioned a thriving, self-governed community where African Americans could own land, build institutions…
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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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OPINION: “Everything is Romantic” – A Perspective on Romanticizing the Spring Semester
After an eight-week-long winter break, like probably many of my peers, I spent January 11th filled with a creeping dread as I ruminated on the next day, the first day of the spring semester. I doom scrolled through TikTok in hopes of alleviating this overwhelming feeling and was met with a video on my feed…
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The Lions’ New Years Resolutions for 2026
Out with the old and in with the new ! As the Langston Lions move into the spring semester and the new year, there are many different goals they wish to achieve or even habits they wish to break this time around. Jasmine Denson, a junior broadcast journalism major, says her new year’s resolution is…
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One for the Decade: KKPSI’s Road to Victory
The lights fade to a deep violet haze. A pulse begins—slow, steady, magnetic. Ten silhouettes emerge through the glow, each step measured, confident, and electric. The rhythm slides across the stage like smoke, and every move draws the crowd deeper into its spell. Presence, Pressure, and Passion all vigorously take over the stage as Kappa…
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“Swap or Drop”
Katrell Strain is a sophomore English major and this year’s Mr. McCabe. Strain is hosting a “Swap or Drop” event in the cafe with Ms. McCabe, Yasmine Hicks. The event will have clothes and food for those in need, and swapping clothes you do not need for items on the table is encouraged, but you…
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Balancing Academics With Student Leadership
Langston University students Katelynn Raguindin, Courtnie Morgan, and Anthony Henry are making their mark on campus as dedicated student leaders who balance academic success while providing service to their peers. All three students are recognized for their commitment to creating a positive, supportive environment for the LU community. Katelynn Raguindin wears many hats. She is the…
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Where Is Jay The Lion, The Langston University Mascot?
One thing HBCUs are known for is their mascot. So, where is Langston University’s lion? Apparently, the king of the jungle went missing and has been gone for years. This has made people on campus ask: Where is Jay the lion? It is difficult to track the origins of the lion mascot; even when the…
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Jamaican RA’s Build Community Through Culture
On October 17, three Langston University students turned a residence hall event into a celebration of Jamaican culture. Roshane Gilpin, Tremar Ivey, and Lasauni Scott hosted an event featuring island snacks, music, games, and beach-inspired décor to give students a chance to “Escape to Jamaica.” What started as a job requirement turned into a space…
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Bridging the Gap- How Educators Work to Bring Future Lions Home
The admissions office prepares itself for an estimated 800 students from across America to come to Langston University’s campus on October 31st for LU’s Annual High School Day. Though an event of this scale may seem intimidating to many, Director of Admissions Jocha Gordon, who previously worked at Southern University, has the experience and preparation…