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the first class of student ambassadors at Langston University in 2006

Tradition, Pride and Service: Student Ambassadors program shapes student experience at Langston University for 20 years

(This story was originally published in 'E Roar Digital Magazine | Vol. 3 Issue 2 on March 6, 2026) by Ellie Melero When Maya Offord arrived at Langston University as a freshman in Fall 2022, she was immediately greeted by a Student Ambassador. The Ambassador welcomed her to Dear Langston and helped her find her way to student check-in. There, ...
Published 03/27/2026 READ MORE
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Academic Advisors

Academic and University College Advisors University College Advisors General Studies Advisors Dr.  Kelly O’Bryan, kelly.obryan@langston.edu Mr. Bobby Fields bobby.fields@langston.edu Director: Dr. Kelly O’Bryan, kelly.obryan@langston.edu   McCabe & Regents Scholars Advisor Mr. Kyle Gregory, kyle.gregory@langston.edu   Sherman Lewis School of Agriculture & Applied Sciences Advisors Dean: Dr. Wesley Whittaker, wesley.whittaker@langston.edu   University College Academic Coach for students with under 40 hours ...
Published 11/18/2025 READ MORE
U.S. Navy Divers open the Orion capsule in the open ocean

Langston University Alumnus serves on Artemis II Naval Recovery Mission

by Ellie Melero On April 1, the world watched excitedly as astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen launched into space as part of the Artemis II Mission–NASA’s first crewed lunar flyby since 1972. For 10 days, people eagerly awaited updates as the Artemis II crew orbited the moon and traveled the greatest distance from Earth humans ...
Published 05/21/2026 READ MORE
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Langston University receives $3.125 million in grants to support rehabilitation programs, student scholarships

OKLAHOMA CITY–Langston University's Department of Rehabilitation and Disability Studies earned $3.125 million in grants from the U.S. Department of Education to support the university’s rehabilitation programs, including funding 96 full-tuition scholarships over the next five years. The department has been awarded three grants; one is from the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitation Services (OSERS), and two are from the ...
Published 11/10/2025 READ MORE
Sanderson Hall on Langston Campus

From Theory to Practice: Langston University Celebrates 25th Annual Research Day

(This story was originally published in 'E Roar | Vol. 2 Issue 4 in June 2025) By Jet Turner, Assistant Director of Communications Langston University held its 25th Annual Research Day on April 18, 2025. Research Day includes various disciplines, majors and students. Whether you are a biology or chemistry student, psychology student or even a computer science student, you ...
Published 06/30/2025 READ MORE
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Taking the Lead: Women leaders find their stride at Langston University

by Ellie Melero, Media Relations Specialist There are over 70 registered student organizations at Langston University offering students chances to find communities with like-minded interests and, for those willing to seek them, opportunities for leadership. From Greek Life to the English Club, there is always a need for campus leaders, and the Office of Student Life works hard to provide ...
Published 03/31/2025 READ MORE
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History of Langston University Libraries

Born in 1900 in Seward, Oklahoma, Harrison attended elementary school in Lawton, high school in Kansas City, Missouri, and college in Ohio. He received his bachelor's and his master's degrees at the University of Cincinnati and his Ph.D. from Ohio State University in 1936. He was married to Dorothy Marie Pennman in 1932. Before going to Langston, Harrison taught at ...
Published 03/25/2024 READ MORE
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Advisors/Success Coaches

The Office of University College & Advising Services has a well-respected team of success coaches and advisors. They assist students navigate the first three semesters of enrollment - providing advisement, class scheduling according to their Plan of Study, and guidance in transitioning to college.
Published 02/13/2024 READ MORE