Langston University

The 126th Commencement of Langston University will be on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. To assist with preparations, please find important information below:

• The mandatory Commencement Rehearsal is Friday, May 8, 2026, in the W.E. Anderson Stadium. If you do not have a role in commencement, you do not have to attend but are welcome to if you want to see the layout, etc. More information coming soon.
• The Langston University Commencement Ceremony will be held on Saturday, May 9, 2025, at 10 a.m. in the W.E. Anderson Stadium.
• Continental breakfast will be available beginning at 7 a.m. in the Multipurpose Gymnasium. This is optional, not mandatory.
• All faculty and staff participating must arrive by no later than 8:30 a.m. and report to the Multipurpose Gymnasium. Please stay in the Multi to keep the hallways clear. Please do not arrive late. Please refrain from going to the Main Gymnasium.
• All parking lots will be open. No decals will be enforced that day. The north and south entrances will be open to assist with travel flow. Please keep in mind that traffic will be heavy as move-outs will also be taking place.
• Please wear comfortable, business casual shoes. Pointed heels may cause imbalance walking on the field and stiletto heels can damage the field. You are encouraged to wear wedged or flat shoes (business casual). 
• We encourage you to wear appropriate clothing under gowns. Water will be available for all participants on the field.
• Full regalia must be worn.
• As a reminder, attendance at the Commencement Ceremony is mandatory for all faculty.
• Please do not bring your children onto the field with you for the ceremony.