Category: Voices
-
Breaking Barriers: LU Pride Society Launches to Foster Inclusion and Support at Langston University
“I started this organization because I wanted to break the barriers between the LGBTQIA+ community and the rest of the student body to answer any questions or concerns that they have with that specific group of people and community and to have a safe community for people of the LGBTQIA+ community to have on campus,”…
-
OPINION: Homecoming Theme “A Different World” is a Perfect Fit
On the night of the crowning of the new Mr. and Miss orange and blue, student activates coordinator Terrance Keys made a surprise video announcing the theme for the 2024 Homecoming celebration will be “A Different World,” paying homage to the television show that highlighted the experiences and challenges of students at a historically Black…
-
OPINION: Antwuan Jackson, A Langston Leader Makes Waves at the DNC
Antwuan Jackson, a Langton University student, has had an incredible journey as a national delegate for the Democratic National Committee (DNC). His achievements as a representative for Langston and the state of Oklahoma have left a lasting impact on the university, leading to faculty and students taking note of Jackson’s success. What It Means to…
-
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…
-
LGBTQ+ Group Needed on Campus
Langston University has a large LGBTQ+ community; however, there is no social organization for them. “So there are definitely a good amount of people here, girls and guys that are gay or just a part of the community in general,” said Bracey Odoms, a senior English major from Kansas City, Mo. “There’s no organization. Like,…
-
Are Langston University pageants truly fair?
From Greek organizations to social clubs on campus, most organizations are having a pageant for young men and women on campus. Students from freshmen to seniors have been signing up, spending money, and investing their time. . .Is it worth it? Is there behind the scenes action that the student body does not, see? Are…
-
Student poll shows opposition to assault rifle ownership
On April 13th, Ralph Yarl accidentally rang the wrong doorbell and was shot twice when trying to pick his brother up from a friend’s house. On April 15th, a group of friends in New York pulled into the wrong driveway, resulting in the homeowner shooting and killing 20-year-old Kaylin Gallis. On March 27th, six people…
-
Opinion: Campus lacks communication about events
At Langston University, there has been an uproar about last minute communication from administration and registered student organizations. Students are saying that they are not being informed about events unless they are already near the area the event is being held or hearing about it word of mouth in close proximity. There has to be…
-
Opinion: Students want more from Black History Month events
As of 1986, the whole month of February is considered Black History Month. The purpose of the month is to celebrate the achievements and have a time to remember the history of African Americans. Paying tribute to generations of black people who struggled to gain citizen ship in America should be our focus every day.…
-
Opinion: New gun laws affect Oklahoma colleges
According to a Washington Post database, there have been 17 school shootings since the start of 2023. In response to these incidents, Oklahoma has now advanced a bill to reduce requirements for teachers to carry firearms in the classroom. In Oklahoma, a teacher can have a firearm if they have gone through training and received…