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Dr. Mambula sits at his desk wearing traditional Nigerian clothes

Langston University Business Professor presents for Renewed Hope USA

by Ellie Melero Dr. Charles Mambula was one of four economics professionals chosen to speak at the Renewed Hope USA General Meeting at the end of October, providing him the exciting opportunity to contribute to the discussion and share insights about how to grow and develop the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Renewed Hope USA is a group concerned about the ...
Published 12/22/2025 READ MORE
Ozetta Parker smiles while sitting at a table

Reflecting on Progress: Ozetta Parker remembers Langston University in 1946

(This story was originally published in 'E Roar Digital Magazine | Vol. 2 Issue 7) by Ellie Melero Music, laughter and conversation filled Langston University-Tulsa's front lobby on the Tuesday of Homecoming Week as students, faculty, staff, alumni, community members and their families flocked to the campus for its annual Homecoming Block Party on Oct. 7. Sitting at a table ...
Published 12/17/2025 READ MORE
Dr. Ruben Herron poses with his thumb and forefinger in an "L"

Perseverance: The Story of Dr. Ruben Herron

(This story was originally published in 'E Roar Digital Magazine | Vol. 2 Issue 6) by Ellie Melero Standing at the front of the classroom on a Wednesday evening, Dr. Ruben Herron knows he’s exactly where he’s supposed to be. As he leads the room of graduate students in an energetic discussion about client-provider dynamics in rehabilitation counseling, it’s hard ...
Published 11/21/2025 READ MORE
Sanderson Hall on Langston Campus

Faculty research panel encourages students to get involved with research, provides insights for next steps

by Ellie Melero Six Langston University faculty researchers from various departments came together to share their research and graduate school experiences with students during a discussion panel on Nov. 11, encouraging students to get involved with undergraduate research and providing insights on how to do so. “It was just an opportunity for us to let (students) know that we also ...
Published 11/20/2025 READ MORE
Dr. Oscar Battle, Jazmeen Sarkissian, and Parker Avendano pose for a photo

Dr. Oscar Battle, family present student scholarships to nursing, physical therapy students

by Ellie Melero Nursing student Yazmeen Sarkissian and Physical Therapy student Parker Avendano each received a $1,000 scholarship from Dr. Oscar Battle, Jr. and Family Scholarships during a scholarship presentation program on Thursday morning. Dr. Battle, a Langston University alumnus, has long been an avid supporter of Langston University’s Physical Therapy and Nursing programs. He believes students seeking to enter ...
Published 11/17/2025 READ MORE
Photograph of LU-OKC Campus exterior near entranceway

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