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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
Fulbright Teachers for Global Classrooms 2025-26 cohort

From Guthrie to Global: LU Alumna Earns Spot in Fulbright Program

(This story was originally published in 'E Roar Digital Magazine | Vol. 3 Issue 3 on April 24, 2026) by Jet Turner The kids scream in delight, sweat still dripping off their brows and smiles still on their faces as Danielle Jones unlocks her front door. Her home’s cool AC hits them in a wave, saving them from the July ...
Published 05/13/2026 READ MORE
Ayana Talley speaks at a podium

Paving the Way: Ayana Talley recognized for her leadership in Oklahoma’s technology industry and beyond

(This story was originally published in 'E Roar Digital Magazine | Vol. 3 Issue 3) by Ellie Melero When Ayana Spriggs Talley first entered the tech industry, everything was changing. A teenager in the ‘90s, Talley was part of the first generation to grow up with consumer access to the internet. She experienced first-hand how it changed everyday life, and ...
Published 05/01/2026 READ MORE
sherman lewis speaks at a podium

Langston University Announces 2026 Commencement Speaker: Sherman L. Lewis

LANGSTON, Okla.–President Ruth Ray Jackson announced Wednesday that distinguished alumnus Sherman L. Lewis will serve as the speaker for the 126th Commencement of Langston University on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 10 a.m. in W.E. Anderson Stadium. Lewis will also receive an honorary doctorate degree during the ceremony. Lewis is a proud alumnus and long-time supporter of LU. He has ...
Published 04/23/2026 READ MORE
rehabilitation counseling students in class

Langston University Rehabilitation Counseling program ranked Top 10 in the nation, Top HBCU program

The Langston University Rehabilitation Counseling Program has been named one of the Top 10 rehabilitation counseling graduate programs and the Top HBCU program in the nation by U.S. News and World Report. Langston University rose 8 points in the rankings from 2025 to be named the tenth best program in the United States. Previously tied with Winston-Salem University, LU now ...
Published 04/19/2026 READ MORE
Chris Vincent crouches on the sidelines during a Langston University Women's Basketball game.

LU Women’s Basketball Head Coach Chris Vincent Departs for Division II

Langston University Women’s Basketball Head Coach Chris Vincent has accepted a position as the Head Women’s Basketball Coach at NCAA Division II Purdue Northwest. A national search will be held to determine the next leader of Lady Lions basketball. Vincent came to Langston University as the Associate Head Coach of the men’s basketball team under Chris Wright in 2022, helping ...
Published 04/16/2026 READ MORE