20th Annual President's Scholarship Gala Program

LANGSTON UNIVERSITY

20TH ANNUAL PRESIDENT’S SCHOLARSHIP

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2025

7:00P.M.

NATIONAL COWBOY & WESTERN HERITAGE MUSEUM

GOVERNING BOARDS AND OFFICIALS

THE HONORABLE J. KEVIN STITT, GOVERNOR

Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education

Courtney Warmington, Chair

Dustin J. Hilliary,Vice Chair

P. Mitchell “Mitch” Adwon, Assistant Secretary

Dennis CaseyJack Sherry

Jeffrey W. Hickman

Cary Beatz,Vice Chair

Chris Franklin

Bill G. Taylor

Jennifer Callahan

Sean Burrage, Chancellor

Board of Regents for the Oklahoma Agricultural and Mechanical Colleges

Rick Walker, Chair

Administration

Dr. Ruth Ray Jackson.

Dr. Alonzo Peterson

Theresa Powell

Joshua A. Busby........................................................................................Dean

Nykkia Harris

Board of Trustees for the Langston University Oklahoma City and Tulsa Campuses

Sherman

Darrell Davis,Vice Chair

Rita Combs

Chris Franklin

Darrell E. Strong

Langston University Foundation Board Members

Sherman Lewis,Vice Chair

Lovell Leverette

Judge Kenneth Watson

Marlon James

Dezz

Langston University National Alumni Association

A LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT

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

GALA PROGRAM

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

INVOCATION

DR. ALONZO PETERSON

Vice President for Academic Affairs

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