20th Annual President's Scholarship Gala Program

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F R I D A Y,

OCTOBER 10, 2025 7:00P.M.

NATIONAL COWBOY & WESTERN HERITAGE MUSEUM 1700 NE 63RD ST • OKLAHOMA CITY, OK

GOVERNING BOARDS AND OFFICIALS THE HONORABLE J. KEVIN STITT, GOVERNOR

Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education Courtney Warmington, Chair Dustin J. Hilliary,Vice Chair

Steven W. Taylor, Secretary P. Mitchell “Mitch” Adwon, Assistant Secretary Ken Levit Dennis CaseyJack Sherry Michael C. Turpen Jeffrey W. Hickman

Sean Burrage, Chancellor

Board of Regents for the Oklahoma Agricultural and Mechanical Colleges Rick Walker, Chair Cary Beatz,Vice Chair Chris Franklin Bill G. Taylor Jennifer Callahan Jason Ramsey, Chief Executive Officer

Jimmy Harrel Blayne Arthur Joe D. Hall Tracy Poole

Administration

Dr. Ruth Ray Jackson. .…..............……………………………………………..........…..………..…..............................................................................President Dr. Alonzo Peterson .............................................................................................................................................................. Vice President for Academic Affairs Theresa Powell ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….......…...Vice President for Operations Joshua A. Busby........................................................................................Dean of Students and Interim Executive Director, Langston University Foundation Nykkia Harris........................................................................................................................................................Controller, Fiscal and Administrative Affairs

Board of Trustees for the Langston University Oklahoma City and Tulsa Campuses Sherman Lewis, Chair Darrell Davis,Vice Chair

Avilla T. Williams, Secretary Rita Combs Col. Stanley L. Evans Chris Franklin Dr. Claude Evans Darrell E. Strong Melvin Latham

Langston University Foundation Board Members David Stephens, Chair Sherman Lewis,Vice Chair Lovell Leverette Judge Kenneth Watson Marlon James Joshua A. Busby, Interim Executive Director

Langston University National Alumni Association

Darrell Jefflo Dr. Wayne Jones Ron Tribble Michele Purvey

Dezz Lewis .......... ........…………………...………..................................................................................................................................................... President Jasmine Gause ..................………………....................................................................................................................................... .......................Vice President Gwendolyn Peoples …………...................……………….............................................................................................................................................Secretary Arthur Cotman ……………................……............................................................................................................................................................... Treasurer Colisha Lewis ………................……................................................………................……..........................................................................Member-at-Large 1 DeMauri Myers ………................……................................................………................……......................................................................Member-at-Large 2 Quentin Dixon ............……........................................................................................……............................................................................Executive Director

A L E T T E R F RO M T H E P R E S I D E N T

Dear Alumni, Friends, and Supporters, I am honored to welcome you to the 20th Annual President’s Scholarship Gala, a milestone celebration of excellence, community, and a shared vision for the future.This year, our Gala embraces the Homecoming theme Legendary, a tribute to the enduring legacy of Langston University and the extraordinary individuals—past, present, and future—who make our story remarkable.

Legendary is more than a theme; it reflects the spirit of Langston itself. For 128 years, this institution has shaped lives, built leaders, and advanced opportunities for generations. Tonight, we honor not only the legends who paved the way but also the students whose potential and promise will define the next chapter of our history.

As always, the heart of this Gala is our students. The need for scholarships remains great, and many of our young scholars face financial barriers that could keep them from reaching their dreams. Your generosity—whether through a gift large or small—ensures that Langston University continues to be a place where talent meets opportunity, where hope meets possibility, and where students become the next generation of legends.

On this 20th anniversary, I thank you for your steadfast support of Langston University and for joining us in creating a legacy that is truly Legendary.

With Lion Pride,

Dr. Ruth Ray Jackson President

G A L A P RO G R A M WELCOME MASTER OF CEREMONY MR. JOSHUA A. BUSBY Dean of Students Interim Executive Director, Langston University Foundation Master of Ceremony

GUEST HOST MS. SHERYL UNDERWOOD Businesswoman, Philanthropist, Multi-Media Entrepreneur

I N VO C AT I O N DR. ALONZO PETERSON

Vice President for Academic Affairs

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MENU Southwest Salad with Poblano Ranch Dressing Duo Of Beef Tenderloin & Chicken Filet with Port Wine Sauce Marinated Chicken with Roasted Red Bell Pepper Sauce Roasted Fingerling Potatoes and Green Beans with Shaved Carrots Lentil Pasta with Couscous and Pistachios, Scallions, Edamame, Black-eyed Peas in a Roasted Tomato Sauce (Vegetarian & Vegan) Desserts: Triple Chocolate Mousse with Chocolate Sauce & Fresh Berries Salted Caramel Cheesecake with Caramel Sauce & Fresh Berries Coffee, Tea, Butter & Dinner Rolls.

I N T RO D U C T I O N O F P R E S I D E N T MS. AMYA JAMISON, 79TH MISS LANGSTON UNIVERSITY MR. CHRISTION GAUSE, 41ST MR. LANGSTON UNIVERSITY

PRESIDENT’S REMARKS DR. RUTH RAY JACKSON 17th President, Langston University

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