• Langston University is a regional, four-year diverse public institution and is also the only historically black university (HBCU) in the state of Oklahoma enrolling a community of under 3,000 students. LU is located in rural Logan County and has urban campuses in Oklahoma City and Tulsa.
• Langston University is ranked the third (3rd) most affordable HBCU in the United States, according to AffordableSchools.net.
• Over the past decade, Langston University’s Chemistry Department produced STEM students whose retention through graduation exceeded U.S. national averages.
• The Langston University School of Nursing and Health Professions offers the only undergraduate public health program in the state.
• Three-time WNBA national champion Elaine Powell is head coach for the Langston University women’s basketball team.
• In 2015, under the direction of head coach Stan Holt, the Langston University men’s basketball team won the Red River Athletic Conference Tournament.
• The Langston University Department of Rehabilitation Counseling & Disability Services is a national leader in research among institutions of higher education.
• Langston University was the first institution in the state of Oklahoma to offer a master’s degree in Entrepreneurial Studies.
• Langston University was the first institution in Oklahoma accredited with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy program, which is housed in a new state-of-the-art 27,000 square ft. facility.
• Langston University’s School of Business produced a higher amount of CPAs per percentage of enrollment than any other university in Oklahoma.
• According to CollegeChoice.net, the Langston University School of Business is among the “2016 Most Affordable Business Schools.”
• Langston University is recognized internationally for its meat goat program in which instruction, research and extension work together to prepare people who want to start producing meat goats.
• The Langston University NASA Advanced Research in Biology Center (LUNAR-BC) was recently established as part of NASA’s mission to expand the nation’s base for aerospace research in human exploration and to increase the number of students in STEM careers.
• Langston University-OKC has partnered with Millwood Public Schools on a Pre-K through Doctoral Initiative wherein the urban campus relocated to the Millwood Arts Academy. This initiative will provide economic, social, and educational progress to the Oklahoma City community.
IN THIS ISSUE
3 | Did You Know? LU Fast Facts & Statistics
8 | Message from The President
9 | Greetings from The LUNAA President
52 | ON THE COVER: A Vision Realized
LU Tulsa campus recieves a $16.25 Million State of the Art facility through project Vision 2025.
FEATURED NEWS
14 | C. Zip Gayles Basketball Endowment
22 | President Smith Visits the Golden State President Kent J. Smith, Jr. Visits Northern Cali. and Los Angeles LUNAA Chapters
12 | LUNAA Chapters by State
38 | Family Values
The Lawson Family Legacy
50 | Alumni Highlights
54 | Life and legacy
Honoring E. Melvin Porter, An Oklahoma Trailblazer
33 | LU Featured on OETA
90 |Meet the Staff
76 | LU Foundation 2016 Board Members
A Special Thanks to the Langston University Foundation Board of Directors
80 | List of Donors
44| LU PARTNERS WITH NASA
44 | Onward & Upward
NASA Awards $4.9 Million Research Grant to Langston University
45 | Liftoff
NASA’s Johnson Space Center Partners with Langston University
46 | Flying High
NASA Oklahoma EPSCoR Awards LU SOEBS with STEM Research Grant
EVENTS & PROGRAMS
30 | 2016 Founders Day
2016 Women in Leadership Luncheon
2016 Formal Opening Convocation
2016 Presiden’t Scholarship Gala
48 | 2016 Presidents Distinguished Lecture Series
49 | Dean Snavely Moderates Conference on CSPAN
Dean Snavely Serves as The Vice-Chair of the Institute on CSPAN at the 2016 Homeland Security Law Institute
26 | A Legacy of Leadership
Judge Jones Delivers Keynote at the SOEBS Ira D. Hall Lecture Series
At A Glance: Calendar of Upcoming Events & Occasions
Mark your calendars for the upcoming Ceremonial Occasions
16| NEWS IN ATHLETICS
16| From Legend to Leader
Former WNBA Star Elaine Powell Set to Takes WBB to New Heights
17 | Bases Loaded
LU to Host Inaugural National HBCU Softball Classic
18| Time Out
LU Sports at a Glance
40 | 2016 Basketball Schedules
COLLEGE CORNER
60 | Highlights From The Deans
Deans share accomplishments for each school from the past year
24 | High Quality Education at Low Cost
LU Ranks Nationally For Affordability
28 | Stretching Out
LU Unveils New State of the Art Physical Therapy Building
32 | New Building, New Horizons
LU-OKC Embarks On Fresh Possibilities at Its New Location
25 | 2nd Chance U
LU First 4-Year University in Oklahoma to Give Second Chances
55| STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Big Man On Campus
Langston University Student Chosen as A 2016 HBCU All-Star
DEPARTMENT HIGHLIGHTS
35 | Historic Enrollment
Enrollment Soars for Three Years in A Row
34 | A Decades’ Worth of Work
Take a closer look at LU’s STEM programs
42 | Honors & Awards Across Campus This Year
31 | The Best Goats Around
E (Kika) De La Garza America Institute Identifies Goats with High Milk production
47 | A Heart for Service
LU Employee Receives National Honor for Volunteer Service
This is truly an exciting time for our Dear Langston University. As we look back at all that has been accomplished this year, we can see the groundwork for the path to an even brighter future.
Langston University continues to be a competitive institution not only in Oklahoma, but also across the country as the university has been ranked the third most affordable HBCU in the United States. Our enrollment and retention numbers continue to climb. I am proud of the work our teams have accomplished to ensure that our students are successful at Langston University.
The University has launched many successful initiatives within the past year to further our institutional mission. Initiatives such as partnering with Millwood Public Schools to relocate Langston University-Oklahoma City to the Millwood Arts Academy have positioned the University to expand and develop greater curriculum and outreach in the Oklahoma City area. Our partnership with Millwood Public Schools will assist in stimulating economic, social and educational progress within the community.
Our athletics programs continue to attract national, award-winning talent such as three-time WNBA champion Elaine Powell, who joined Langston University as our new head coach for women’s basketball.
Langston University continues to provide a strong academic foundation for students through the work of our dedicated faculty and staff. Our faculty members present cutting-edge research locally and internationally to advance knowledge within their respective discipline and share information with the global community. Our students learn from experts and are able to engage in unique research activities and academic opportunities at Langston University.
These exciting opportunities cannot happen without support and donations from patrons like you. I would like for you to engage with Langston University in a way meaningful to you, and one that will help build your legacy.
Legacy from your past: The alumni before you are ingrained in the same steps you took while earning an education. Without the assistance and aid from previous generations, you might not have the same opportunities as you did walking the great halls at Dear Langston.
Legacy of your present: Maybe you have children or grandchildren following in your footsteps. Familial legacy or not, the students attending LU today may not be sleeping in the same residence halls or eating in the same cafeteria you did, but that is due in part to the generosity of alumni like yourselves ensuring the university improves and beautifies its services and facilities.
Legacy for your future: Just as past generations created a better Langston for you, think about what kind of Langston you want to leave for your children, grandchildren and those looking for the same opportunities you were given. We ask that you consider investing in the institution that has invested so much in you.
I encourage you to consider giving back to build upon the legacies of the past and the present to solidify our future success. Your generosity will help our students create legacies of their own at Langston University and beyond.
Go Lions!
Sincerely,
Kent J. Smith Jr., Ph.D.
President LUNAA Life Member #864
Greetings Alumnus, Family and Friends of Langston University,
Thank you for giving me the opportunity to serve as President for the Langston University National Alumni Association. These two years have been very challenging and a learning experience for me. It seems I had more goals and expectations than time to accomplish them. I thought of my term as a transition from the old to the new constitution and my responsibility to clear obstacles, and create a smooth path for the incoming administration of Dr. Melvin Randle. Through it all, I have an even higher level of appreciation for those alums who choose to serve.
LUNAA is moving forward with a vision of evolving, improving and updating the way it functions. Read in this issue about activism in the Los Angeles and Northern California chapters. I hope that you notice the attempt to improve activism, participation and support for LUNAA and Langston University during my tenure and I am especially happy that we have an overall younger Board. I hope to see you at the 3rd LUNAA Honors banquet during homecoming.
It is often said that only a challenge will make you change and that’s what LU did for you, it helped transform you to where you are now. You need to know that only 3% of all living alums are giving back. If it were not for what you learned while at LU, can you honestly say you would be as comfortable as you are now? You must remember to not only give back financially, but also with your presence on more occasions than our annual homecoming. It would really be helpful if the current student body has the opportunity to see and talk with you as you are what some aspire to become. Just as we needed help when we were students, that need is present in 2016. Oklahoma is in the midst of a revenue failure and it is expected to result in a $4 million decrease in support for LU. We have got to increase our support of our school to lessen the difficult days ahead. Contact our Acting Executive Director, Vonnie Ware Roberts to learn how to assist LUNAA. Also feel free to contact the Office of Instiutional Advancement & External Affairs to how you can get involved with supporting the University.
Dr. Leon D. Bragg, Sr.
President
LUNAA Life Member #63
Langston University National Alumni Association
LUNAA Chapters:
Arizona Chapter
Atlanta Chapter
Chicago Chapter
DC Metro Chapter
Detroit Chapter
Greater Dallas Chapter
Greater Kansas City Chapter
Greater Memphis Area Chapter
Greater St. Louis Chapter
Guthrie Chapter
Lawton/Fort Sill Chapter
Los Angeles Chapter
McAlester Chapter
Muskogee Chapter
Nigeria Chapter
Northern California Chapter
Oklahoma City Chapter
Philadelphia/South Jersey Chapter
Tulsa Chapter
Wichita Chapter
LEADERSHIP
“A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.”
- John C. Maxwell
Office of the President
THURSDAY, APRIL 20, 2017
OFFICERS
President
2016 LUNAA BOARD AND CHAPTERS
Dr. Leon D. Bragg, Sr. ‘70
President Elect
Dr. Melvin Randle ‘98
Vice President
Jamila H. Woodard ‘96
Secretary
Renee B. James ‘97
Treasurer
Tasha R. Black ‘00
BOARD POSTS
Board Post 5
Tracy L. Jones ‘93
Board Post 6
Dr. Melvin Randle ‘98
REGIONAL DIRECTORS
Eastern Region
Anthony B. Hill ‘80
Far Western Region
Wylene L. Bridgeman ‘66
Great Lakes Region
Lafayette McKinney, ‘59
Midwestern Region
Cynthia Hancock ‘89
Southern Region
Dr. Linda Ware Toure ‘76
Southern Region
Vacant
LU Foundation Board
LUNAA Representatives
Anthony B. Hill ‘80
Hon. Kenneth Watson ‘65
Acting Executive Director
Vonnie Ware Roberts, M.Ed,‘79/‘08 executive.director@lunaa.org
ARIZONA CHAPTER
Wylene L. Bridgeman, President
Email: wlawbridge@cox.net
ATLANTA CHAPTER
Devette Wilson, President
Email: wilsondevette@gmail.com
CHICAGO CHAPTER
Arthur Cotman, President
Email: arthur_cotman@yahoo.com
DC METRO CHAPTER
Marc Terameau, President
Email: terameau@yahoo.com
DETROIT CHAPTER
Warren Hollier, President
Email: hollier48223@yahoo.com
GREATER DALLAS CHAPTER
Yolanda Cook, President
Email: cook_yolanda@hotmail.com
GREATER KANSAS CITY CHAPTER
John Yates, President Email: j.yates32@yahoo.com
GREATER ST. LOUIS CHAPTER
Kimberly E. Jackson, President Email: kianospice@hotmail.com
GUTHRIE CHAPTER
Bridgette Mitchell, President
Email: bridgett1113@yahoo.com
LAWTON/FT. SILL CHAPTER
Jimmy Jones, President
Email: jjones0747@sbcglobal.net
LOS ANGELES CHAPTER
Dr. Stewart Gilbert, President
Email: drslg@pacbell.net
MCALESTER CHAPTER
Rosalyn Jones, President
Email: rjones@mcalester.k12.ok.us
MEMPHIS CHAPTER
Rev. Don Williams, President Email: rev66dewil@gmail.com
MUSKOGEE CHAPTER
Mary Reed, President Email: mreed20@suddenlink.net
NIGERIA CHAPTER
Dr. Olajide O. Olaniran, President Email: olaniransundayo@gmail.com
NORTHERN CALIF. CHAPTER
Loretta Chandler, President Email: missretta1@hotmail.com
NW ARKANSAS CHAPTER
Exell La Fayette, Vice President Email: oox@cox.net
OKLAHOMA CITY CHAPTER
Renaye Tyce, President Email: rtyce@cox.net
PHILADELPHIA\SOUTH JERSEY
Dr. Cleophus Robinson, President Email: car2ndi@aol.com
TULSA CHAPTER
Dr. Jolly Henderson-Meadows, President Email: jollymeadows@sbcglobal.net
WICHITA CHAPTER
Emile E. McGill, President Email: emcgill1@yahoo.com
FULL coUrT prESS
a 35 year commitment and a Lasting Legacy.....
In 1930, Caesar Felton “Zip” Gayles joined the Langston University faculty as an instructor of social science. He would go on to serve Dear Langston for 35 years and served in positions that included, head football coach, the basketball and baseball coach, and athletic director. It was under his guidance the basketball teams won numerous championships, secured nine conference titles and obtained a 571-281 record. From 1944-1946, the LU basketball teams won 51 games in a row. In 2015, the late C. Felton “Zip” Gayles” was inducted into the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame. To ensure his memory lived on for the significant contributions he made to the University, a group came together to create the C. Felton “Zip” Gayles Basketball Endowment. Dr. James L. Mosley is the chairman of the board that oversees the fund. The Endowment, held at the Langston University Foundation, provides a perpetual private source of financial support for the LU basketball programs. All gifts are tax deductible and can be made directly to the Foundation.
FORMER WNBA STAR ELAINE POWELL SET TO TAKE LU WOMEN’S BASKETBALL TO NEW HEIGHTS
A FroM LEGEND To LEaDEr
ward-winning former WNBA player, Elaine Powell, joined the Langston University (LU) Athletics Department as the new head coach for the women’s basketball team this past summer.
“We are excited about Coach Powell joining the LU Athletics Department as she brings a wealth of experience and expertise to our team,” said Dr. Kent J. Smith, Jr., President of Langston University. “She has inherited a program with a longstanding history of excellence and we know from her track record, she will ensure that our legacy is preserved.”
Before joining LU, Coach Powell served as an assistant coach for women’s basketball programs at Alabama A&M, Ohio University and Grambling State University. She spent nearly a decade playing in the WNBA, where she earned numerous awards and honors. Under former coach and Detroit Pistons player, Bill Laimbeer, she was a three time WNBA champion with the Detroit Shock. Prior to her professional basketball career, she was a student athlete at Louisiana State University (LSU), where she was a Kodak All American and finished her career as LSU’s 11th all-time leading scorer with 1,163 points. She was also the first player in LSU history to be drafted into the WNBA.
“Elaine Powell is a proven leader whose dedication and commitment to excellence has shown in her work while coaching at numerous NCAA Division 1 programs for more than 8 years. We look forward to her bringing that same enthusiasm, devotion and student centric approach to our program,” said Donnita Drain Rogers, Athletic Director at Langston University.
The Lady Lions finished the 2015-16 season with a final record of 20-8 and received a third straight bid to the NAIA Division I Women’s Basketball National Championship tournament in Independence, Missouri. Langston received three selections to the Red River All-Conference team; and two students were named to the NAIA Women’s Basketball All-American honorable mention team for their efforts. Coach Powell hopes to use the achievements from last season to build a stronger team with an even better upcoming season to start a new era of LU women’s basketball.
Bases Loaded LU to Host Inaugural National HBCU Softball Classic
Langston University Athletic Director, Donnita Drain Rogers, and head softball coach, Hosea Bell, are pleased to announce the inaugural National HBCU Softball Classic hosted by Langston University, which will occur March 3-4, 2017 at the ASA Hall of Fame Complex in Oklahoma City.
The Classic will take place at the historic ASA Hall of Fame Complex, which hosts the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association (OSSAA) high school state championship, the ASA/USA Slow Pitch Championship Series, the World Cup of Softball and the NCAA Women’s College World Series.
“When you think of Oklahoma softball, you instantly think of the ASA Hall of Fame and all of the events they bring to this city,” said Coach Bell. “This is the premier place for softball in the United States and I’m so excited to welcome HBCUs from across the country to this Classic.”
Currently, 11 institutions including Langston University have committed to play in 2017 which include Arkansas Pine-Bluff, Grambling State, Huston-Tillotson, Jarvis Christian, Lincoln, Prairie View A&M, Rust, Southern, Talladega and Texas Southern.
“It’s a great opportunity for each institution participating,” said Athletic Director, Donnita Drain Rogers. “Every athlete will remember this experience for years to come and that in itself is a tremendous accomplishment.”
Game times, tournament bracket and additional tournament information will be made available in the upcoming months. Visit www.langstonsports. com for more information.
TIMEoUT! LU Sports at a Glance
WoMEN’S oUTDoor TracK & FIELD
The Langston women’s track & field team wrapped up the season with five All-American honors at the 2016 NAIA Outdoor Track and Field National Championships. Janaa Evans finished fourth-place in the long jump, first in the javelin and ninth-place in the 800-meters which catapulted her into third-place overall, to secure an ASICSNAIA Women’s Track & Field All-American honor. The Lady Lions 4X100 relay team consisting of T’ara Howard, Cameisha Young, Darion Johnson and Latisha Jacobs collected the final four All-American honors with a thirdplace finish at 46.90.
MEN’S BaSKETBaLL
Langston halted top-ranked LSU-Alexandria with a 74-72 overtime victory in the Red River tournament to win the championship. Forward Terrell Jones provided the decisive basket against LSU-Alexandria, when he collected an air ball and flipped it in to put the Lions ahead by two with 2.5 seconds remaining. Lions guard Mike Harris clinched the game by stealing the ensuing LSU-Alexandria inbounds pass. Guard Curtis Jones added 16 points and Marquis Walters had 12.
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Amber Warren (JR/Dallas, Texas) repeated as a RRAC All-Conference first-team selection after leading Langston in kills (206) and blocks (85); Kori Williams (SO/Cibolo, Texas) was named to the second-team after finishing with a team-high 512 assists and 238 digs. Mia Allmon (JR/Dallas, Texas) was named RRAC honorable mention after posting 138 kills and 161 digs.
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Three LU athletes were named to the Red River Athletic Conference All-Conference. T’Keya Mason (SR/Long Beach, CA) and Che’Ron Lewis (JR/Cushing, OK) were selected to the first-team; Mason was the highest leading scorer in the RRAC at 18.6 points per game and ninth in the NAIA. Lewis was second on the team in scoring and fourth in the RRAC at 17.6 points per game. Darreion Clark (JR/Tulsa, OK) was the final selection for Langston; she was chosen for the RRAC honorable mention team after averaging 9.1 points per game and 3.8 rebounds.
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The Red River Athletic Conference announced the Softball All-Conference selections this past spring with five athletes receiving honors. RaVae Herrera (SR/Pueblo, Colo.), Taylor Officer (SO/Olathe, Kan.) and Sydney Rios (JR/Fort Collins, Colo.) were all selected to the first team; Herrera finished fourth on the team in a batting average at .352, hit three homeruns with 51 RBIs and posted a 3-2 record on the mound with a 5.25 ERA.
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Langston finished the 2015 season at 7-3 overall and 5-1 in the Central States Football League. Former Langston University (LU) football player and alumnus, Quinton Morgan, was recently named the permanent head football coach for the Langston Lions football team. Under his leadership, the team experienced success with no losses (5-0), averaging 43.6 points per game, and outscored their opponents 218 to 65. Although Langston finished No. 2 in conference, they completed the season with a better overall record of 7-3. “Hard work is the company of success,” Coach Morgan said. Offensively, the Lions return quarterback Mark Wright, Jr. who finished last season with 1,517 passing yards, 12 touchdowns and 10 interceptions. On the defense side Langston is led by Evan Scott (65 tackles, 3 sacks, 1 INT), Ray Douglas (59 tackles, 2 INTs) and De’Amonte Miles (53 tackles).
MEN’S oUTDoor TracK aND FIELD
The Langston University men’s track & field team wrapped up a successful 2015-2016 season in the Red River Athletic Conference. Matthew Wright finished the 400-meters with a top time of 49.13; Marcus Eggleston finished the long-jump at 6.68 meters. Magnus Scott completed the 200-meter dash with a top time of 21.93. The men’s 4X400 relay team, consisting of Wright, Jeremiah Furlow, Gerald Hartford and Bryan Vinson clocked in a best time of 3:21.10.
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The Langston Lady Lions wrapped up the season with a strong fourth-place finish in the Red River Athletic Conference Cross-Country championship on Friday, Nov. 6 2015.
The Lady Lions finished the day with 130 points; Our Lady of the Lake claimed the RRAC championship with 20. Tierra Harris led Langston with a 21st place-finish with a time of 23:04; Mandisa Sobers took 24th at 24:04, Sydney Scott and Darian Williams finished 27th and 28th at 24:43. Rounding out the group was Aneesha Moore in 30th (25:54) and Shannon Benson in 39th (28:54).
THE GoLDEN STaTE
president Kent J. Smith, Jr. visits Northern california and Los angeles LUNaa chapters
HIGH QUaLITy EDUcaTIoN aT LoW coST
LU RANKS NATIONALLY IN AFFORDABILITY
Langston University (LU) has been recognized as a top institution of higher education for affordability by four national publications. According to AffordableSchools.net, LU was ranked number three in the nation among all the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in their list of the “25 most affordable HBCUs.”
SmartAsset recently released the second annual Best Value Colleges study that featured the ‘Best Value Colleges’ in Oklahoma. Langston University was named in the top 10 in this ranking, receiving high marks for being a top performing school in categories including scholarships provided, starting salary, tuition, living costs and retention rate. Learn more at https://smartasset.com/student-loans/ best-community-colleges-2016.
The Langston University School of Business was featured in College Choice’s “2016 list of most affordable undergraduate business schools.” The University was praised for its emphasis on the internship program, which helps train students to be work-ready after graduation. This list also highlighted the affordability of Langston’s online degree completion program for students with 60 credit hours. Learn more at http://www.collegechoice.net/ rankings/cheapest-undergraduate-business-schools.
Langston also made headlines after being listed as DealCrunch’s #1 most affordable college town in the United States. After comparing the in-state tuition costs for universities and factoring in the average cost of living in the country, no other institution could compare to the affordability and high-quality education that Langston provides in addition to the “family feel.”
“Both students and parents appreciate our long history of providing high quality education in conjunction with affordability. Value continues to be one of the top reasons students choose Langston University,” said Dr. Kent J. Smith, Jr., President of Langston University.
2nd CHANCE U
LU FIRST 4 YEAR UNIvERSITY IN OKLAHOMA TO GIvE SECOND CHANCES
Representatives from Langston University attended the inaugural convening of the Second Chance Pell Pilot Program in Washington D.C., which allows incarcerated students to receive federal Pell Grant funding for postsecondary education. In June, the U.S. Department of Education announced the 69 selected colleges and universities that will provide postsecondary education to nearly 12,000 students in more than 100 state and federal prisons nationwide. Langston University was the only 4-year institution in Oklahoma that was selected to participate in the program out of more than 200 applicants in 48 states.
“We are honored to have been selected for the pilot, which will allow us to further our mission of offering quality post-secondary education to diverse populations through academic, research, community engagement, extension, and co-curricular experiences that lead to professional competence and degree completion,” said Dr. Lisa Weis, Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs at the Langston UniversityTulsa campus (LU-Tulsa).
LU-Tulsa campus will oversee the first implementation and will work directly with the Dick Connor Correctional Center (DCCC) beginning in the fall of 2016.
During the conference, postsecondary and correctional leaders from the selected pilot programs had the opportunity to share ideas and hear from leaders in the field of correctional education in preparation for developing and implementing new programs or expanding existing ones.
“Expanding educational opportunities for people who are incarcerated not only improves their lives, but strengthens our communities by preparing them to contribute to society rather than return to prison,” said Fred Patrick, director of Vera’s Center on Sentencing and Corrections. “We are thrilled that Langston University is a partner in this important initiative to restore and expand access to college in prison.”
With support from the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance, Vera is providing technical assistance to the selected Second Chance Pell sites as part of the Expanding Access to Postsecondary Education Project. The project aims to facilitate the implementation and scaling up of quality higher education programs in prisons and those that work with students after they return home, and to assist with the development of policies, procedures, and practices to increase the participation of incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals in these programs.
a LEGacy oF LEaDErSHIp
Judge Bernard M. Jones Delivered Keynote at Ira D. Hall and Rubye Hibler Hall Lecture Series
The Langston University School of Education and Behavioral Sciences hosted the annual Ira D. Hall and Rubye Hibler Hall Lecture Series this past spring. Students, faculty, staff and special guests gathered in honor of Langston University graduates Rubye and Ira D. Hall, for whom the annual lecture series is named.
United States Magistrate Judge Bernard M. Jones served as the program’s keynote speaker. Judge Jones gave a compelling speech about what it means to be a true leader and shared his personal testimony of becoming a leader. Upon his appointment last summer, he became the first African American in the state of Oklahoma to serve in this capacity. Judge Jones spoke of the legacy that the Halls left and charged the students to live a life of leadership.
“We honor the legacy the Halls left and the leadership they lived,” said Jones.
Named in honor of Langston University alumni Ira D. Hall and Rubye Hibler Hall, the annual lecture series exists to commemorate the Halls and their commitment to education. Ira D. Hall was principal of several schools, superintendent of Clearview School and assistant director of all black high schools for the Oklahoma Education Department. Rubye Hibler Hall was the first black appointed to the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education. She was with the Oklahoma City School District for 43 years, beginning in 1932 as a teacher, speech pathologist, psychometrist, diagnostician and consultant. Initially established by Rubye Hibler Hall in 1989 to honor her husband Ira D. Hall, the series was renamed to honor the contributions of both upon Mrs. Hall’s passing in 2003. In 2005, it continued thereafter known as the Ira D. Hall and Rubye Hibler Hall Endowed Lecture Series: A Legacy of Leadership.
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LU UNvEILS NEW pHySIcaL THErapy BUILDING
FoUNDErS Day 2016
State Rep. Mike Shelton Charged Students with Leadership at Langston University’s 119th Founders Day Program
Langston University celebrated the 119th Founders Day Program on Thursday, March 10, 2016. The campus community and distinguished alumni gathered together to hear the featured speaker and performances by University student music groups. Celebrating 119 years of rich tradition and the development of young leaders, Founders Day observed the vision that led to the establishment of Langston University in 1897.
Oklahoma State Representative, Mike Shelton encouraged student leadership during his keynote speech, “We can all be modern day founders. There are still trails to blaze!”
Shelton is a native of Oklahoma City and a Langston University alumnus. While studying under a former state representative, Shelton became interested in politics. Shelton mentored and worked with several organizations including the Langston University –Oklahoma City campus. As the Community Outreach coordinator for Langston University – Oklahoma City, he launched the first adult scholarship program for the campus. In 2004, Shelton was elected to Oklahoma House District 97 and currently serves as the Assistant Democratic Floor Leader. He is currently the highestranking African-American in the Oklahoma State House of Representatives. He previously served as Assistant Minority Floor Leader.
After the program, Langston University student leaders took part in a ceremonial march to the gravesite of the University’s first president, Dr. Inman Page.
THE BEST GoaTS aroUND
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), and National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) awarded a $100,000 exploratory research grant to Yonathan Tilahun, Ph.D., an Extension Research Specialist in Biotechnology. The research will be conducted by the E (Kika) de la Garza American Institute for Goat Research at Langston University.
Tilahun received funding for his grant entitled, “GenomeWide Association Analysis for the Identification of Alpine Goats With High Milk Production.” This research will be conducted through biotechnology to identify genomics to select high producing milk in goats soon after they are born and is crucial so farmers can recognize which goats to invest in for feed.
The objective is to identify single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) associated with a milk production characteristic (i.e. milk yield) in Alpine goats. The lack of genomic research tools for goats, compared to cattle and sheep, make these tools valuable for providing an opportunity to use genomic testing for the identification of goats with superior performance in milk, meat, and fiber production.
This will further the implementation of genomic technologies in the goat industry. Use of genomic information for genetic selection in goats will increase production levels and efficiency within the industry, thereby increasing sustainability of the expanding U.S. goat industry.
E (Kika) de la Garza American Institute to Identify Goats With High Milk Production
NEW BUILDING, NEW HorIZoNS
CAMPUS EMBARKS ON FRESH POSSIBILITIES AT IT’S NEW LOCATION
MrS. aLIcE STroNG-SIMMoNS ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS, LU-OKC
Langston University’s Oklahoma City campus (LU-OKC campus) moved to a new location that formerly housed the Millwood Arts Academy. The partnership with Milwood Public Schools enables both institutions to provide greater outreach about higher education opportunities to the citizens in the surrounding communities.
“The move was a result of the University’s desire to position the LU OKC campus for future growth and curricular development so that it can afford a greater opportunity for degree attainment to the residents of OKC. As an added benefit of the relocation is we were able to double our space at approximately 60 percent of the previous facilities cost,” said Dr. Kent J. Smith, Jr., President of Langston University.
This venture was a culmination of collaborative efforts among President Smith, Alice Strong Simmons, Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs for LU-OKC, and Cecilia Robinson Woods, Superintendent of Millwood Public Schools.
“I am eager to partner with Langston University, as they have a long standing history of producing scholars and outstanding alumni prepared to compete in the global market. This partnership will expose our students to a higher education environment beginning in Pre-kindergarten through their senior year of high school,” said Cecilia Robinson Woods, Superintendent of Millwood Public Schools.
There are many benefits of this move, which includes alignment with the University’s strategic goals to provide higher education access to more students, the ability to service a greater student population and meeting the changing workforce demands in the Oklahoma City metropolitan area.
“We are very proud of this partnership as there are not many school districts and universities that can boast of this type of collaboration. Through this non-traditional adult learning environment, we can provide convenience and attainability of degree programs to parents and teachers of Millwood Public Schools. The partnership allows us to provide early access to higher education for children,” said Alice Strong Simmons, Associate Vice President of the Langston University Oklahoma City campus.
The LU-OKC campus is now located at 6700 N. Martin Luther King Avenue, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73111.
DOCUMENTARY EXPLORES LANGSTON
UNIvERSITY’S ROLE IN CIvIL RIGHTS REFORM IN OKLAHOMA
The award-winning series “Back in Time” created a documentary that explored Langston University’s role in the civil rights movement, which featured many famous LU alumni. The 30-minute episode aired earlier this year in honor of Black History month. The documentary was said to be created in response to Jim Crow and segregation. Graduates and historians share about the need for Langston in the post-segregation era. To watch the “Langston History” documentary, please visit http://videos.oeta.tv/ video/2365699701/.
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“Just like any research or scientific study, good results aren’t always immediate,” said Dr. John K. Coleman. “That is why the Langston University chemistry program can look into its rich history to now see the fruits of a decade-long labor towards creating successful students.”
Langston University’s Chemistry department continually develops programs that produce STEM students whose retention through graduation exceeds U.S. standards. Program graduates also enrolled to advanced degree programs in huge numbers and many have become the country’s new crop of Ph.D. and medical doctors. The department’s performance is anchored in two successive National Science Foundation grants that were awarded from 2003 through 2014. The value of these grants exceeded $5 million, and provided scholarships and enrichment experiences for more than 133 students. Dr. Coleman has developed a program named Langston’s Integrated Network College for STEM (LINC). Its objectives were to increase the number of underserved students who receive undergraduate STEM degrees, enter and receive advanced degrees in STEM disciplines, and choose STEM careers.
One of the programs developed during LINC-Competency Performance Recordings for Learning - is a teaching and learning strategy that has been shared nationally among HBCUs by National Science Foundation’s Quality Education for Minorities (QEM) in a booklet of STEM instructional strategies.
Under the direction of Dr. John Coleman, enrollment of STEM majors has dramatically increased due to the implementation of the LINC project.
• Chemistry majors increased by 151 percent; Biology increased 46.7 percent, and Computer Science by 47.2 percent.
• 133 students majoring in biology, chemistry, mathematics, and computer science participated in the LINC program; 123, or 92.5 percent have earned a B.S. degree or are still at Langston University.
• 111 have already earned a B.S. degree. By comparison, according to a 2014 National Center for Educational Statistics (NCES) report, between 2003 and 2009 the national retention rate in STEM disciplines through graduation was 52 percent. 20 percent of the 48 percent who did not remain in STEM through graduation dropped out of college altogether.
• 37 LINC scholars earned doctorate or master’s degrees, 16 of which were doctorates. 7 have earned medical doctor degrees. 2 have earned other medical professional degrees. 1 has earned a JD degree. Many have secured high-level positions in industry.
• 73 percent of LU students who received a STEM degree matriculated to an advanced STEM or professional degree program. This greatly exceeds the rate at which STEM graduates throughout the U.S. enroll in advanced STEM degree programs.
• LINC scholars were accepted as research interns at comprehensive universities throughout the U.S., including Johns Hopkins, Stanford, and the University of California at Berkley. More than 50 were recognized by judging panels as deserving awards for their research and presentations at regional and national competitive events.
• Langston’s LINC program was featured in “Nurtured from the STEM Up “ from the October 2013 North American edition of the international magazine, “International Innovation: Disseminating science, research, and technology.”
• LINC continues to deliver dividends. Within the past two years, eight LINC participants have been awarded advanced STEM or professional degrees; five are medical doctor degrees. Others are in the advanced STEM or professional degree pipeline. Of the three who have earned a PhD degree, one is now also pursuing a MD degree.
Presently, the chemistry department manages another National Science Foundation grant. It is a 5 year program with a value of $1.75M. This grant, a Noyce STEM Teacher Scholarship grant, is to develop future STEM teachers who have an excellent command of STEM content. The goal is to produce 24 STEM teachers over a five-year period. The LINC program was instrumental in laying the groundwork for the Noyce program, and former LINC scholars now serve as mentors to Langston’s aspiring STEM teachers.
The Chemistry department also manages a series of smaller, collaborative grants. Primary among these are the Louis K. Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LS-AMP) Grant, and the Oklahoma IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (OKINBRE). Dr. Sharon Lewis, a member of the Chemistry faculty, is the onsite manager for these programs.
Chemistry faculty and students constantly seek grants that fund student scholarships or stipends because access to funds plays a major role in our students’ ability to stay in school. We are constantly seeking grant opportunities that are aligned with our commitment to personal and academic excellence.
With the dedication and commitment from the LU chemistry program faculty, staff and students, the present continues to shine. With this momentum, it’s exciting to see what the program will achieve in the next 10 years.
HISTorIc ENroLLMENT
ENroLLMENT SoarS For THrEE yEarS
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Mr. cHaUNcEy JacKSoN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & CHIEF ENROLLMENT OFFICER
Langston University has seen historic numbers in increased enrollment for the past three years. Last year 60 percent of our students were from Oklahoma and 40 percent out of state. The top five feeder states are Oklahoma, Texas, California, Arkansas and Louisiana. For this year’s incoming freshman class, the University welcomed 692 students.
The University received just over 12,000 applications this year, 90 percent of which were submitted by freshmen, the other 10 percent transfer students. This is the largest amount of applications the University has received in its 119 year history.
Mr. Chauncey Jackson, Langston University’s Executive Director & Chief Enrollment Officer in the Office of Enrollment Management has shared his thoughts regarding the success of our increased applications and enrollment.
“Our success can be attributed to the following: Increasingly, families, guidance counselors and community leaders are recognizing our value proposition. We are an affordable institution that offers high quality degrees,” Jackson said.
“Our nonresident costs are very competitive with other institutions’ resident costs, and we are the cost leader within the state of Oklahoma. We were also recently recognized as the 3rd most affordable HBCU in the nation. As working families look to provide financial support to their students, affordability will remain a top concern.”
Mr. Jackson also attributes success in large part to “excited alumni base, and strong partnerships with community members. Alumni, friends, and other supporters see the value that a Langston degree added to the lives of their friends and relatives, and they help us tell our story to future Lions.”
“A lot of our success is because of people sharing their fond memories and experiences with others,” he said.
Our size allows us to offer high quality, individualized care—first generation college students, and students from economically disadvantaged communities require unique support and our size enables us to do that. Families leave campus knowing that they are part of the Langston family, and we are their educational partners. I think it’s also important to note that over 70 percent of our students are first generation.”
THE LaWSoN FaMILy LEGacy FaMILy vaLUES
Retta Lawson Brown started a family legacy when she earned a degree from Langston University in 1960. Now 56 years later, that legacy continues.
The eleven children were taught that education was valued most next to God and family. Wiley and Johnnie Lawson instilled the significance of going to college. “Mama would say, ‘get an education that is the only thing they can’t take away from you,’ said Brown.”
“Our family knew from that time forward, it wasn’t if you were going to college, but when you go to college.”
Their father, Wiley Lawson, provided the financial support for each of the children to attend a university and it was their mother, Johnnie Lawson, that provided the guidance. All eleven of the Lawson children have earned a college education and seven of the children attended Langston University. Those who did not attend themselves, have sent their children and grandchildren to Langston University.
Retta Lawson Brown earned the first degree from Langston University in 1960. Retta’s younger sisters Faye Lawson Williams (’62), Clementine Lawson and Wylene Lawson Bridgeman (’66) each attended Langston University. The following children and grandchildren have attended Langston University: Terrance Brown (’91), Robert William, Jr. (’86), Ron William (’91), Ronda Lawson (’83), Marchelle Bridgeman Franklin (’84), Martyn Bridgman (’06), Marques Bridgeman (’91), Ray Wallace (’84), Kimberly Wallace (’88), Nicholi Wallace, LaCresha Lawson (’99), Crystal Langston, and Charles Langston, Jr. (’13).
The Lawson Family legacy continues at Langston University by impacting generations to come.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
HoNorS aND aWarDS
LU HONORS ONEOK WITH A BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP EXCELLENCE AWARD
ONEOK has continued its ongoing support of Langston University which garnered recognition at the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education’s Business Partnership Excellence Awards this past spring. Langston University was among 27 higher education entities that honored an ongoing business partnership that proves “innovative collaborations that further the education of Oklahoma’s workforce.”
LU EARNS TOP CERTIFICATION FROM OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
The Oklahoma State Department of Health has recognized Langston University as a Certified Healthy Campus and as a Certified Healthy Business. Award recipients are recognized as leaders in their communities for going “above and beyond” to make health and wellness a priority. We are proud to announce that Langston University attained the “Excellence” level of recognition, which is the highest level of certification in the program.
LU COMES IN FIRST AT 2016 OCPRA PR AWARDS
Out of more than 500 entries from universities across Oklahoma, LU Public Relations came home with several awards including ‘best in show’ for the second year in a row. Honors from the OCPRA award ceremony include:
• 2016 OCPRA Best in Show Award for The Holiday Video Feature, presented by the Office of Public Relations.
• 2016 OCPRA Achievement Award for The iGive Video Feature, presented by the Office of Public Relations.
• 2016 OCPRA Grand Award for The Holiday Video Feature, presented by the Office of Public Relations.
LANGSTON UNIVERSITY HEALTH LEADERSHIP AWARD
This summer, Langston University was honored with the Health Leadership award at the annual gathering of the Minority Officers Liaison Council (MOLC). This award was presented by Dr. Leland L. Fairbanks, the President of Arizonans Concerned About Smoking, Inc. It was given based on LU’s tobacco-free policy, which was established with fellow Oklahoma A & M colleges in 2010. The policy was updated in 2013 to include vapor and e-cigarettes. The MOLC works with the Surgeon General to help improve issues relating to minorities in the public sector.
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NASA Awards $4.9 Million Research Grant to Langston University
The NASA proposal titled “Collaborative Center for Advancing Human Exploration and Education” was selected for funding in the amount of $4.9 million.
Langston University faculty from the departments of Biology and Mathematics have been working with the Johnson Space Center (JSC) and other university partners to expand the nation’s base for aerospace research in human exploration and increase the number of students in STEM careers.
Researchers investigate countermeasures to immune system dysregulation under space conditions. Immune system dysregulation has been found to reactivate multiple latent viruses in astronauts during space shuttle missions. It is therefore essential to develop countermeasures for extended space missions.
Funding from this grant established the Langston University NASA Advanced Research in Biology Center (LUNAR-BC), which will allow the University to acquire major research instrumentation, upgrade laboratory facilities, provide scholarships with stipends to undergraduate students and implement faculty development activities.
The new facilities include the transformation of space formally used to house the School of Physical Therapy into a center dedicated solely for the purpose of research in science.
The award was made through the 2014 Education Opportunities in NASA Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (EONS STEM) NASA research announcement for the establishment of MUREP Institutional Research Opportunity (MIRO) centers. MIRO awards promote STEM literacy and enhance and sustain the capability of institutions to perform NASA-related research and education.
The goals of the program are to expand the nation’s base for aerospace research and development, increase participation by faculty and students at minority serving institutions, and increase the number of undergraduate and graduate degrees in NASA-related fields awarded to students from minority serving institutions.
The grants were awarded to Langston University under the direction of Dr. Clyde Montgomery, Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dr. Byron Quinn of the School of Arts and Sciences, who will serve as project director.
LIFToFF: NASA’s
Johnson Space Center Partners with Langston University
Recently, Langston University President Dr. Kent J. Smith, Jr. and Associate Professor and Chair of the University’s Biology Department, Dr. Byron Quinn met with representatives from NASA’s Johnson Space Center on the Langston campus to discuss the Langston University NASA Advanced Research in Biology Center (LUNAR-BC) and its research and education programs.
LUNAR-BC was formed as part of NASA’s mission to expand the nation’s base for aerospace research in human exploration and increase the numbers of students in STEM careers.
“Thanks to the generosity of NASA, the University has an opportunity to advance research and education in the area of human exploration. Three of our students participated in a summer internship at NASA’s Johnson Space Center, where they are studying the immune systems of astronauts in deep space exploration. We have another student starting an internship at Stanford soon as part of the program,” said Dr. Byron Quinn.
During the latest visit to NASA, Langston University students presented their research that showcased the work they conducted over the summer. They also had the opportunity to tour the Johnson Space Center Immunology Laboratory, Mission Control, Neurology Laboratory, and Space Vehicle Mock Up Facility.
Langston University is partnering with the following institutions for this program: Harvard Medical School, Stanford University School of Medicine, University of North Texas Health Science Center, Oklahoma State University, University of Oklahoma, and Rose State College.
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NASA Oklahoma EPSCoR awards
Langston University School of Education and Behavioral Science with STEM research grant
NASA Oklahoma EPSCoR awarded $36,000 to Langston University under the direction of professor, Randy Hunt, Ph. D. and the School of Education and Behavioral Science, to produce effective, informed, and reflective future STEM scientists capable of independent practice and professional growth in college STEM programs.
In addition to the grant opportunity received from the NASA Oklahoma Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (NASA Oklahoma EPSCoR), Langston University has strengthened relations with the program to continue to send STEM majors to the AMES Research Center for continued development.
The grant entitled, “Investing in STEM Student Diversity through NASA Ames Astrobiology Mentoring Modeling: Chemistry, Mathematical, and Computer Models” is a response to increased student diversity in Astrobiology knowledge for 15 STEM college students. Hunt serves as the faculty mentor will mentor the Astrobiology students and develop ongoing relationships with its STEM mentors and its partners.
“We are grateful for the financial support of STEM research at Langston University and look forward to sharing the results next year,” said Hunt.
a HEarT For SErvIcE
LU Employee Receives A Prestigious National Honor for Volunteer Service
In May of 2016, Winrock International announced the awards of 125 volunteers with the President’s Volunteer Service Award, a national honor offered in recognition of volunteer service.
Langston University employee, Terry Gipson, from Stillwater, Oklahoma was honored amoung these volunteers. Gipson is the Extension Leader for the E (Kika) de la Garza American Institute for Goat Research housed at Langston University. Contributing approximately two weeks of volunteer service on international assignments for Winrock’s U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)-funded Farmer-to-Farmer Program in Senegal, Gipson demonstrates how local citizens can truly make a difference in today’s world. Gipson conducted sustainable goat production workshops on nutrition, basic herd health, and genetic improvement. These hands-on workshops were conducted for goat producers and extension agents on a cooperative farm in northeastern Senegal.
Volunteers find these assignments to be personally and professionally rewarding. Helping people help themselves is a contribution that makes sense. Gipson states, “This volunteer opportunity has changed my life. Farmers in Senegal are like farmers everywhere. They are welcoming and eager to learn new technologies. It was amazing to see the diversification of agriculture that was being practiced by Senegalese farmers.”
DeAnn McGrew, Director of Agriculture and Volunteer Programs at Winrock explains, “Volunteerism is a core American value. It connects us to our neighbors, whether they are local or global, and gives us an opportunity to use our skills for a greater good. As a Certifying Organization for the AWARD program, Winrock International is proud to be aligned with this prestigious volunteer award, and we are especially proud of our volunteers who have made volunteer service a central part of their lives.”
Established in 2003, the award is available on an annual basis to individuals, groups and families who have met or exceeded requirements for volunteer service and have demonstrated exemplary citizenship through volunteering. As one of thousands of Certifying Organizations participating in the AWARD program, Winrock International confers the award to recognize the outstanding achievements of its volunteers.
Winrock has a long history of international volunteer service, and more than 200 volunteers have been known to perform volunteer service each year on behalf of the organization.
The award is issued by the President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation, a group created by President Bush to recognize the valuable contributions volunteers are making to our nation. The Council comprises leaders in government, media, entertainment, business, education, nonprofits and volunteer service organizations, and community volunteering.
president’s Distinguished Lecture Series
The Honorable Suzanne E. Spaulding, Under Secretary for the National Protection and Programs Directorate at the Department of Homeland Security, presented the keynote address at the Langston Universitys President’s Distinguished Lecture Series at the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum on April 19, 2016.
A member of President Obama’s administration, Spaulding oversees the coordinated operational and policy functions of the Directorate’s subcomponents: Office of Cybersecurity and Communications, Infrastructure Protection, Biometric Identity Management, Cyber and Infrastructure Analysis, and the Federal Protective Service. Secretary Spaulding has spent nearly 30 years working on national security issues for both Republican and Democratic Administrations and on both sides of Congress.
Spaulding explained the federal government’s role in cybersecurity and the work her department does. She also highlighted the opportunities for graduates interested in the field. The program provided the Langston University community the unique opportunity to hear from, engage and dialogue with the distinguished guest lecturer.
Langston University has continued to work with Spaulding’s department and was recently mentioned during C-SPAN’s national coverage of the Annual Homeland Security Law Institute at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. During the opening session, Spaulding thanked Dr. Joshua Snavely, Dean of the LU School of Business, for continued support and praised LU’s groundbreaking work building and developing cyber security pipelines for the Department of Homeland Security. Spaulding also shared one of her greatest honors was speaking at the Presidential Distinguished Lecture Series and how proud she was to be an honorary Langston Lion.
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HoMELaND SEcUrITy LaW INSTITUTE
Langston University was a sponsor at this year’s annual Homeland Security Law Institute (HSLI) at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. Dean of the School of Business, Dr. Joshua Snavely, serves and leads the program as the Vice-Chair of the Institute.
This two-day event is one of the largest gatherings of cyber and homeland security lawyers in the country and is an annual look at the state of security from infrastructure to exports, immigration to chemical safety and the roles of the Department of Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, the Military, FEMA, the National Protection and Programs Directorate, the NSA, the FBI, and the legal profession in keeping the country secure.
Dean Snavely introduced President Obama’s deputy homeland security advisor and under secretary of cybersecurity of the department of homeland security the Honoarble Suzanne E. Spaulding. He also moderated two high-profile panels – one on cybersecurity and one on countering violent extremism and domestic terrorism. Descriptions of the panels are as follows:
• The Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act: An Overview and Update
Dean Joshua Snavely (Moderator)
Jocelyn A. Aqua, Leonard Bailey, James C. Burd, Gabriel Taran
The Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act is one of the most important pieces of federal cyber-related legislation enacted to date. The Act establishes authority for monitoring information systems and taking defensive measure to protect an information system, as well as a mechanism for cybersecurity information sharing among privatesector and federal government entities that provides safe harbors from liability. This panel of experts will provide an overview of the legislation including an update on its implementation and use. The panel will discuss the relevant guidelines and procedures required by the Act, as well as the various sharing mechanisms, information systems, and potential defensive measures made available by this landmark legislation.
• Countering Violent Extremism and Domestic Terrorism
Dean Joshua Snavely (Moderator) Thomas Brzozowski, David Gersten, Seamus Hughes, Kristina Neal
What turns a young person into a terrorist? What are the triggers, warning signs, and how do we prevent and prosecute it? Violent extremist threats come from a range of groups and individuals, including domestic terrorists and homegrown violent extremists in the United States, as well as international terrorist groups like al-Qaeda and ISIL. Lone offenders or small groups may be radicalized to commit violence at home or attempt to travel overseas to become foreign fighters. The use of the Internet and social media to recruit and radicalize individuals to violence means that conventional approaches are unlikely to identify and disrupt all terrorist plots. This panel of experts will explore how to combat domestic terrorism and counter violent extremism.
Several high-profile homeland security experts offered insights on the state of national security at the Institute held in August of this year. Featured speakers include:
• Amy Pope, deputy assistant to the president and deputy homeland security advisor at the White House
• Suzanne Spaulding, Under Secretary, National Protection and Programs Directorate
Other experts will look at homegrown threats, cybersecurity and use of drones, as well as review the progress of government agencies and organizations created to combat terrorism and enhance domestic safety.
Dean Snavley recently accepted his nomination to serve as the national Co-Chair for the Homeland Security and National Defense Committee of the American Bar Association.
Dr. Byron Quinn (Class of 1997) of the School of Arts and Sciences, secured a $4.9 Million NASA Research Grant and will serve as project director. Research will investigate countermeasures to immune system dysregulation under space conditions. Immune system dysregulation has been found to reactivate multiple latent viruses in astronauts during space shuttle missions. It is therefore essential to develop countermeasures for extended space missions.
Dr. aubrey J. ross II, DvM (Class of 2002) is one of America’s newest reality stars on the hit series, “The Vet Life” on Animal Planet which is scheduled to air on Saturdays at 9 p.m. Three veterinarians, who recently opened a practice in Cypress, are featured in the reality show.
venora McKinney (Class of 1959) was awarded the fourth annual Legacy of Leaders National Alumni President of the Year award. She was recognized by the National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame Foundation and presented with the award at the Legacy Alumni Awards Luncheon in recognition of her exemplary leadership and service and for her outstanding support of her community.
rashaun robinson (Class of 2014), chief executive officer of Billy Goat Ice Cream Co., has implemented a healthy and tasty twist to America’s favorite dessert. “I got the idea as an undergraduate at Langston University and they have the goat research facility there,” said Robinson, interest in using local resources in his business plan lead him to goat’s milk. “If you are lactose intolerant you can consume goat’s milk. It’s higher in calcium, potassium, it’s lower in fat. A lot of great health benefits.”
The Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) named the inaugural recipients of the 1890 Universities Career Exemplar Awards in celebration of the 125th anniversary of the Second Morrill Act. We are very excited to announce that Langston University alumnus and Trustee, Mr. Sherman Lewis (Class of 1964), was an honoree and recipient of the award. The award was presented to Mr. Lewis by Langston University President, Dr. Kent J. Smith Jr.
Kendra austin, (Class of 1991) was featured in “Inside Logistics” for her dedication to diversity in her role as the director of supplier diversity at Express Scripts.
Dr. austin a. Lane, (Class of 1993) was named the 12th president of Texas Southern University. Dr. Lane assumed leadership on June 7, 2016 and celebrated his 45th birthday that same day.
Joshua a. Busby (Class of 2006) was just named Acting Director of Student Life at Langston University. Earlier this year he was honored with the 2016 Achievers Under 40 Award and received the Outstanding Fraternal Support Award from the Beta Phi Zeta Chapter of the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. Busby is also a member of Leadership OKC’s LOYAL Class XI.
ramunda Lark-young (Class of 1998), was named Commissioner of the Year by the Virginia Association of Human Rights. She is the owner of the online book retailer, Mahogany Books, which focuses on the promotion and preservation of African American culture literature.
Langston University is poised to further enhance its partnership with the City of Tulsa by offering high-quality, high-impact programs to the citizens of Tulsa and surrounding areas through the expansion of the LU-Tulsa campus.
Dr. LISa WEIS ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS, LU-TULSA
Earlier this year the voters of Tulsa County elected to self impose a one cent sales tax, to be used for various “Vision 2025” projects. As a result of this vote, there will be a new health professions complex on the Langston University Tulsa campus. It’s a $16.2 million project, which will greatly enhance our academic offerings.
This funding continues the progression of phase II (of the original LU Tulsa campus expansion) to include a health care professions complex that would bring the University’s nursing and health professions program home.
“There’s definitely a need for a new facility,” Dr. Kent J. Smith, Jr., President of Langston University said.
“Langston University offers strong programs to prepare health care professionals in the Tulsa area. At this time, we are unable to meet the demands of enrollment due to space limitations. These courses are currently being offered at a facility other than our own” said Dr. Smith.
This state of the art facility will house our Nursing and Health Professions programs, nursing simulation labs, additional classrooms, an on-site daycare, and expanded common space for campus and community use.
Langston University is poised to further enhance its partnership with the City of Tulsa by offering high-quality, high-impact programs to the citizens of Tulsa and surrounding areas. This expansion supports the City of Tulsa directly by (1) enhancing access to education for Tulsa residents; (2) providing a trained workforce for the healthcare industry in Tulsa and surrounding areas; and most importantly, (3) reducing health disparities in Tulsa through education.
Vision 2025 created more than 30 projects located throughout Tulsa County. Education investments include additions to University of Oklahoma-Tulsa, Oklahoma State University-Tulsa, Northeastern State University-Broken Arrow, Tulsa Community College and Langston University-Tulsa.
LIFE aND LEGacy
HONORING E. MELvIN PORTER, AN OKLAHOMA
E. Melvin Porter was Oklahoma’s first African-American to serve in the state senate. Elected to the state senate in 1965, he held the Senate District 48 seat for 22 years and is credited with initiating Oklahoma’s Anti-Discrimination Act. The world lost an advocate with his passing over the summer.
There is no quantifiable number that can account for how many lives were changed by the continuous work and unfailing passion for justice of E. Melvin Porter. He worked tirelessly to make Oklahoma a better place for all citizens.
Even before he was elected, it was his efforts as an active leader in the Oklahoma City desegregation campaign that attributes to the legacy he left behind. During this time, he and fellow Oklahoma civil rights leader and Langston alumnae, Clara Luper, led the efforts of the sit-ins and consumer boycotts in Oklahoma City. These events changed the course of Oklahoma’s history in the 1960s. Thanks to these efforts, the desegregation campaign came to an end in 1964, when Congress passed the Civil Rights Bill that effectively prohibited discrimination in most public places.
He had a special place in his heart for Dear Langston and worked tirelessly to advance the University’s mission. Recently, the members of Oklahoma Legislative Black Caucus established a $10,000 endowed scholarship at Langston University to honor his life and work. The scholarship is in honor of a man who devoted much of his adult life to public service, loved the university and spent years fighting for racial equality, said Caucus members in a recent article. Through the Langston University foundation, the Caucus hopes the community will support the scholarship to help African-American students pursue a degree in higher education.
BIG MaN oN caMpUS
LANGSTON UNIVERSITY STUDENT CHOSEN AS A 2016 HBCU ALL-STAR
The White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities recently named Langston University senior biology major, Nicholas Simon, a 2016 HBCU All-Star.
Simon was among 73 students across 63 HBCUs in 24 states, the District of Columbia, Ghana, Nigeria, and the Virgin Islands selected out of 300 applicants. The All-Stars, comprised of undergraduate, graduate and professional students, are being recognized for their accomplishments in academics, leadership and civic engagement.
“I believe that all of my hard work has paid off,” Simon said. “Everything I have done for my school and community has provided the opportunity for me to represent Langston University on a national level.”
Over the next year, Simon will help promote and create outreach opportunities for his fellow students about the value of education. He will also participate in the White House HBCU Week Conference, national and regional events, and webinars with Initiative staff and other professionals on a range of disciplines that support a spirit of engagement and personal and professional development.
“We are proud of Nicholas and the work he has accomplished to receive this prestigious honor and know he will represent the University well at the White House HBCU Conference,” said Dr. Kent J. Smith, Jr., president of Langston University.
Nicholas Simon, an honors student from Muskogee, currently serves as president of the campus NAACP chapter and co-chair of the Langston University ambassador program. This past summer he conducted biological research for NASA at the Ames Research Center in Moffett Field, California as part of an internship program.
“It’s an honor to be recognized among so many talented scholars. I am excited to have a chance to learn more about other HBCUs and collaborate to help build and grow our institutions,” Simon said.
11th annual president’s Scholarship Gala
2016 WoMEN IN LEaDErSHIp LUNcHEoN
Five outstanding women leaders were honored at Langston University’s annual Women in Leadership Luncheon on Thursday, April 21, 2016. The following leaders were recognized for their remarkable achievements in their various professions: Robyn Sunday Allen, RN, MPH, Chief Executive Officer for the Oklahoma City Indian Clinic; Governor Mary Fallin, Oklahoma’s first female governor; Jenny Love Meyer, Vice President of Communications for Love’s Travel Stops and Country Stores; The Honorable Vicki Miles LaGrange, first African American to serve as United States District Judge for the Western District of Oklahoma and Avilla T. Williams, President of INTEGRIS Health Edmond. In addition to recognizing outstanding women leaders, the event also served to obtain financial resources and support for the University’s Young Women’s Empowerment Institute (YWEI).
Earlier this year, Dr. Teressa Hunter, was appointed as the new Dean of the School of Nursing and Health Professions. She has served the School for more than 15 years and previously served as the Director for the School of Nursing since 2010.
Under her direction, the appointment of three new faculty members took place this past year: Ms. Cassandra Barrow, Ms. Phyllis Collins and Dr. Jalelah Abdul-Raheem.
In the fall of 2015, she implemented a new curriculum for the School of Nursing. She also led the efforts in a new student community involvement program. That gave the nursing students a chance to administer free flu shots in December 2015 at Otwell’s. The School of Nursing partnered with Oklahoma State Health Department to host the event.
Dr. Hunter earned a bachelor’s degree in Biology in 1977 and a bachelor’s degree in Nursing in 1981 from the University of Central Oklahoma (UCO). After receiving her bachelor’s degree in Nursing, she worked in emergency care pediatrics, emergency care adults, outpatient surgery and home health care. In 1999, she went on to earn a master’s degree in Nursing from UCO. In 2000, she began her teaching career at her alma mater. She also served in the United States Army Reserves from 1990 to 2002. In 2002, she retired at the rank of Captain and received an honorable discharge. In 2011, she earned a doctoral degree in Nursing from Texas Woman’s University.
Her research interest includes: HIV among African American women and critical thinking among nursing students. She has been published in the Journal of Rehabilitation and the Journal of Cultural. The Oklahoma Nurses Association and Journal of Black Nurses Association have also published articles authored by Dr. Hunter.
In 2016, the Langston University Department of Public Health secured a grant through Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) in the amount of $700,00 which is entitled, “Revealing Obstacles and Awareness of Responsible Sexual Behaviors.”
Student highlight from the School of Nursing
After a round of interviews and through a rigorous selection process a senior in the LU School of Nursing, Erika Adams was selected by the Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) as a student extern.
The following research was recently published:
Publication: Manyibe, E. O., Aref, F., Moore, C. L., Washington, Andre L., & Hunter, T (2015). An Emerging Conceptual Framework for Conducting Disability, Health, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research Mentorship and Training at Minority Serving Institutions. Journal of Rehabilitation, 81(4), 25-37.
Dr. TErESSa HUNTEr DEAN, SCHOOL OF NURSING AND HEALTH PROFESSIONS
Dr. aLIya cHaUDry DEAN, SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL THERAPY
building will contain three classrooms, one anatomy lab, two clinical laboratories, a computer lab, a cardio lab, informal learning spaces and much more.
“This building allows us to develop the existing academic programs, grow student activities, expand community engagement, and eventually serve a greater number of education seekers in the region who lack convenient, affordable access to highquality education,” said Dr. Aliya Chaudry, Dean of the School of Physical Therapy.
The Langston University Doctor of Physical Therapy program is one of only two programs offered in the state of Oklahoma. It prepares students for a career in Physical Therapy, and to achieve their professional and personal goals. Programs and services support the economic growth of the community in response to changing needs. If you are interested in learning more about Langston University’s School of Physical Therapy, please visit http://www.langston.edu/physical-therapy.
STUDENT HIGHLIGHTS:
Jennifer Ninman
Poster Presentations at National Conferences
• 2016 American Physical Therapy Association NEXT Conference & Exposition
• 2015 Clinical Symposium on Advances in Skin and Wound Care
• 2015 American Physical Therapy Association NEXT Conference & Exposition
• 2014 Clinical Symposium on Advances in Skin and Wound Care
Awards/Honors
• Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges
• LU SOPT Excellence in Scholarship Award
aaron Hayes
Poster Presentation at a National Conference
• 2015 American Physical Therapy Association NEXT Conference & Exposition
Awards/Honors
• Oklahoma Physical Therapy Association Outstanding Student Award
• LU SOPT Jean Bell Manning Academic Excellence Award
• Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges
Matthew Jackson
Poster Presentation at a National Conference
• 2015 American Physical Therapy Association NEXT Conference & Exposition
Awards/Honors
• Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges
Nahason Mainya
Poster Presentation at a National Conference
• 2014 Clinical Symposium on Advances in Skin and Wound Care
Congratulations to Dr. Aliya Chaudry, Dean of the School of Physical Therapy at Langston University, for being named the 2016 Educator of the Year! She was honored at the 2016 Women of Color Expo on Saturday, April 2nd in Oklahoma City and Saturday, April 30th in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Now in its 7th year, the Women of Color Expo is hosted by Perry Publishing & Broadcasting and provides a wide range of women-oriented businesses and services. The luncheon honored local women who have made a significant impact in their community.
LANGSTON UNIVERSITY OPENS A STATE OF THE ART SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL THERAPY BUILDING
Langston University began a new chapter in its history with a formal grand opening for its School of Physical Therapy building located at the Langston, Oklahoma campus. The new building is located adjacent to the wetlands pond and island and south of the E. L. Holloway Agricultural Complex. The
LaTisha ramos
Poster Presentation at a National Conference
• 2015 Clinical Symposium on Advances in Skin and Wound Care
Awards/Honors
• Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges
rachel Stinson
Poster Presentation at a National Conference
• 2015 Clinical Symposium on Advances in Skin and Wound Care
Awards/Honors
• Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges
DR. ALIYA CHAUDRY RECEIVES EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR
Dr. MarvIN BUrNS
DEAN, SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE AND APPLIED SCIENCES
Field of Study: Animal Science
Research Topic: Genome-Wide Association Study for the Identification of High Milk Production in Alpine Goats
Researchers and Affiliation:
Yonathan Tilahun, Langston University
Terry A. Gipson, Langston University
Megan Rolf, Kansas State University
General Importance and Significance of the Research:
The Capra hircus (domestic goat) genome was successfully completed in 2014. A Goat 60K SNP chip has since then been developed. We will utilize the chip to identify single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) associated with milk production in Alpine goats. Thus targeting milk yield production abilitywith phenotypic evidence to genotypic merit that is economically important and will be used in goat breeding and selection programs.
Field of Study: Animal Science
Research Topic: Genomics of Resilience in Sheep to Climatic Stressors
Researchers and Affiliation:
Arthur L. Goetsch, Langston University
Ryszard Puchala, Langston University
Terry A. Gipson, Langston University
Steve Zeng, Langston University
Blake Wilson, Oklahoma State University
Raluca Mateescu, University of Florida
Megan Rolf, Kansas State University
General Importance and Significance of the Research:
Climate change will pressure the adaptation capacity of livestock raised outdoors. The genetic characteristics of Katahdin, St. Croix, Dorper, and Suffolk sheep from four areas of the US and resilience to stressors expected to increase in importance with climate change are being evaluated to develop more effective future breeding programs.
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Field of Study: Animal Science
Research Topic: Sustainable Control of Greenhouse Gas Emission by Ruminant Livestock
Researchers and Affiliation:
Arthur L. Goetsch, Langston University
Ryszard Puchala, Langston University
Michael Flythe, USDA ARS Forage and Animal Production Research Unit
Glen E. Aiken, USDA ARS Forage and Animal Production Unit
General Importance and Significance of the Research: Ruminants produce considerable methane, which can be decreased by condensed tannins in common forages such as lespedeza. Potential adaptation of ruminal microbes in goats and sheep to tannins and simultaneous feeding of tannins and ionophores and sources of fatty acids that can further decrease ruminal methane emission are being studied.
Field of Study: Animal Science
Research Topic: Enhancing Health and Productivity of Dairy Goats Using Smart Technology
Researchers and Institutional Affiliation:
Terry Gipson, American Institute for Goat Research, Langston University
Steve Hart, American Institute for Goat Research, Langston University
Ryszard Puchala, American Institute for Goat Research, Langston University
Erick Loetz, American Institute for Goat Research, Langston University
Lionel Dawson, Oklahoma State University
Bill Ardrey, SmartStock, Pawnee, OK
General Importance and Significance of the Research: Farmers want to adopt smart technology to become better managers of their animals. Sensor systems have been developed; however, improvement of detection performance is still needed. The overall project goal is to improve the wellbeing and productivity of livestock via the use of smart rumen boluses and other smart devices.
Dr. JoSHUa SNavELy DEAN, SCHOOL OF BUSINESSS
Dr. Joshua Snavely was appointed to serve as the Acting Dean of the LU School of Business this past spring. An experienced higher education administrator and fundraising professional, Dean Snavely assumes this role having previously served as the Acting Dean for Advancement and External Relations at Oklahoma City University (OCU) School of Law.
“I am incredibly humbled and honored by the privilege to join the team here at Langston University,” said Snavely upon his arrival.
In addition to his administrative and fundraising experience, he works nationally in homeland security policy and teaches in the
areas of national security, cybersecurity, and business law. Under his direction, he arranged for the Honorable Suzanne E. Spaulding, Under Secretary for the National Protection and Programs Directorate at the Department of Homeland Security to speak to the students at about the importance of and the opportunities within the field of Cybersecurity this past spring at the Presidential Distinguished Lecture Series.
Below are some of the new programs he has implemented and the additional highlights from the LU School of Business from this past year.
• Development of a cyber and homeland security program emphasis. The school is exploring the creation of an interdisciplinary curriculum in which students can learn the latest cyber and homeland security information and strategies that can address can the needs of the military, intelligence, emergency management, public safety and cyber and homeland security leaders. The curriculum will be in line with industry standards and U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) policies as directed by the President of the United States.
•Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Yunnan Agricultural University (YAU) in Kunming PR China. The Langston University School of Business entered into a memorandum of understanding with Yunnan Agricultural University (YAU) to engage in faculty-student exchanges, collaborative research, visiting scholars’ programs, exchange lectures etc. The first research project will explore whether Chinese nationals benefit from attending and graduating from their version of HBCUs---Nationalities Universities---relative to traditional Chinese Universities.
• Job Placements in Fortune 500 Companies. The Computer Science department produces students that have landed high paying jobs at fortune 500 companies. These jobs range from systems engineer to data analyst and garner the highest salaries for undergraduates in the country.
• Numerous presentations at national and statewide conferences and publications in international journals.
A New Leadership Role: Dr. Peterson Heads the School of Arts & Sciences with a Vision of Excellence
Alonzo Peterson, Ph. D. has been named the new Acting Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences. He has served in the Langston University Mathematics Department for more than 10 years and as the Chairman Department of Mathematics since 2010. Below he shares highlights for the college and his priorities for the upcoming year.
The top priority of the college is continuing the transformation of undergraduate science education and research at Langston University following an extensive renovation of facilities and a new faculty recruitment project funded in part by a grant from the National Aeronautical Space Agency (NASA).
“One of my primary goals is to seek new opportunities for programs within the college. We’ve already forged some unique partnerships with the local high schools, established a cooperative 2 X 2 agreement between the Langston University Department of Technology and the Oklahoma State University School of Engineering, and are looking into the creation of co-requisite courses for students in remedial courses,” Peterson said.
“One of our critical goals is to finalize the completion of the Center for Science Research located on the Langston campus. The center will house all areas of STEM faculty research and undergraduate research. The center will house some the latest technologies and equipment in science research. The center is a collaborative activity with Langston University and NASA. We look forward to when our students and faculty will have access to new tools and technology within their chosen fields.”
The following is a list of the School of Arts and Sciences academic priorities, planned activities and highlights for the 2016-17 academic year.
• The science and mathematics departments will collaborate with NASA, Indiana University, Oklahoma State University, Kansas State University, the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, and the Oklahoma Department of Transportation on a multitude of student and faculty research related projects.
• The School of Arts and Sciences will begin discussions with the Coyle Public School System officials to provide college courses to Coyle High School students as part of a dual enrollment agreement. This agreement will allow these students to obtain college credit while still in high school. The agreement also provides an avenue for the university to recruit high achieving college ready students who already have a vested interest in the university.
• Under the direction of advisor Kim Vick, Zhana Davis, president the Communication Club, in collaboration with Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Langston Alumni Chapter and Beta Upsilon Chapter, hosted a Voter Registration Drive on September 8, 2016 in The Great Room of the Student Success Center. The guest speaker was Michael Mack from the Guthrie Election Board. Over 100 students attended and 90 were registered to vote.
• The Langston University Marching Band has hit the ground running this semester. The Band Camp held during the second week of August was a great success as proven in the performance during Lion Camp. Lonnie Easter, in his third year serving as the LU Band Director is assisted by Kalem Graham, also in his third year.
• The Langston University Marching Band traveled to Jefferson City, Missouri to participate in a Battle of the Bands against Lincoln University on Friday, Sept. 2, 2016. The band performed well, as they
Dr. aLoNZo pETErSoN DEAN, SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
always seem to do, when in the same building with the Lincoln University Band! The LU Band also performed during halftime of the Langston vs Lincoln Football game on the following day.
• The Langston University Marching Band traveled to Oklahoma City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016 to perform during halftime of the Langston University versus Bethany College football game. The game will be played at Douglass High School at 6:00 pm.
• The Langston University Choir under the direction of Mr. William E. Brackeen, Acting Chair of the LU Music Department, has also begun preparing for an exciting academic year. Their first performance took place during the Formal Opening Convocation on Sept. 22, 2016 in the I. W. Young Auditorium.
Student research is an integral part of the undergraduate and graduate experience in the School of Arts and Science. Below are the most recent achievements.
• Recent Broadcast Journalism graduates, Jonathan McGill and Craig Murray, recently founded a new multimedia production company; Inspired Visions Media L.L.C., which is a production company that specializes in Photography, Videography, and Graphics. The company was recently contracted by Langston University on a project.
• The Communication department had several successful internships during the Summer of 2016, including: Diondra Ross, Oklahoma Gazette newspaper; Jabril Bailey and Dayna Davis, Power 103.5 radio station in Oklahoma City; Marcus Garlington, U.S. Department of State; Indy Nelson, Public Relations at Rayo OKC; Michael Watts, North Dallas Gazette.
• Marcus Garlington, Broadcast Journalism junior, served as an intern at the U.S. Department of State. Among other things, he sat in on press briefings and press conferences with dignitaries such as John Kerry and Joe Biden; visited the Pentagon and the National Public Radio (NPR) headquarters; and was involved in the Ambassadorial Executive media trainings.
• Upon successfully completing her internship at Power 103.5 Radio in Oklahoma City, Dayna Davis (Broadcast Journalism senior/graduate) was offered a full-time position at the radio station.
• During his summer 2016 Broadcast Journalism internship, Michael D. Watts had several articles published in the North Dallas Gazette.
• Broadcast Journalism junior, Brittni Logan, is writing for Odyssey (an online newspaper dedicated to providing social content for millennial voices.
• Upon Nicole Turner’s submission of student entries to the College Division of the Oklahoma Press Association’s Better Newspaper Contest in February of 2016, the Gazette was awarded fourth place in Feature Writing and fourth place in Photography at the awards ceremony on June 11, 2016 at the Sheraton in Oklahoma City.
• During summer 2016, two Technology students Mr. Cameron Gibson and Mr. Richard Jeminez participated in the Oklahoma NASA Space Grant Geospatial Summer Fellowship and Symposium Program organized by the Center for Spatial Analysis at OU. Ms. TeiSheAna Lee completed her
Internship fieldwork requirement with the Architectural Drafting group of the Chickasaw Nation in Ada, while Ms. Samantha Jay was completed her fieldwork with the Civil Engineering group of ODOT in Stillwater.
• Halina Garraway, a senior mathematics major was given the opportunity to participate in a Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) internship with the Boeing Company of Oklahoma City as a software engineer intern from May 27 to August 4. She was one of only two BDS interns from Langston University (both being women) and one of the very few interns of African-American descent. During this experience, she gained the ability to operate mission computing for both a single and dual AWACS (Airborne Warning and Control System) test areas, which is critical in being able to test data link functionality. As such, data link transmissions and reception is a large area of functionality for the 40/45 mission computing system.
Garraway updated and ran over 100 pages of Standard Conformance Test (SCT) procedures including mission assignments and weapon control testing. Her primary focus was on the interpretation of data from IFF (Identified Friend or Foe) systems. She tested and troubleshot 40/45 mission computing system procedures operated aboard the Boeing E-767 of Japan and also established data transmissions (both sending and receiving) and the processing of data link messages in addition to testing for data accuracy and quality to generate effective solutions. Due to her ability to learn quickly as well as the dedication and commitment that she put into every piece of work that she completed, she was offered the opportunity to return to work during the school year with an extended internship and quite possibly a job offers following graduation from Langston University.
Dr. Ruth Jackson, Dean of the School of Education, is always working to shape the future of her program. But it’s easy to overlook history when concentrating on the future. Dr. Jackson looks back on the school year to share highlights and accomplishments of the School of Education.
Dr. Marsha Herron and Dr. Desmond Delk received funding from Title 3: Classroom Learning Laboratories that exceeded $19,000 . The overall goal of the model classroom is to provide authentic learning spaces on the Langston and Tulsa campuses, in which to train Teacher Education from various majors.
Dr. Herron and Dr. Delk also funded the Oklahoma Teacher Connection Grant: Finding the Teacher in You: A Day in the Life of a Langston Lion – a $5,000 grant that aims to expose middle and high school students to the idea of college and teacher education programs as they begin to formulate ideas about their futures.
The Langston University-Tulsa Campus hosted the Summer Teacher Institute, directed by Dr. Orlenthea McGowan, in June 2016. The Summer Teacher Institute is always a pivotal part and major professional development for teachers in the Tulsa area. This year, there were 23 participants.
Dr. Marsha Herron was recently appointed to the IDEA Part B State Advisory Panel.
Dr. Dorscine Spigner Littles was hired recently to serve as a Visiting Professor in the Urban Eduction Graduate Program. Dr. Littles was granted the honor of Professor Emeritus when she retired from the University of Oklahoma where she was most recently Chair/Professor in the Department of Human Relations.
Kelise Williams, a Special Education major, worked with Camp Barnabas, a Christian summer camp dedicated to providing summer camp experiences to people with special needs, physical or intellectual challenges, and their siblings. Darrien Watson, a HPER major, was awarded a scholarship from the Beta Eta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. He was also selected as a Camp Counselor at Ramapo For Children, Rhinebeck, NY Summer 2016, and as a Oklahoma student representative to attend the Southern District SHAPE Leadership in Tennessee Sept. 22-24, 2016
Christine Rosas and Alessia Gallegos, both HPER majors, participated in the Future Scholars Summer Bridge Program, Auburn University, School of Kinesiology: Auburn Alabama in the summer of 2016
Dr. Todd Farmer was selected to work with the Oklahoma Department of Education to develop resources for the open educational resource project for Physical Education teachers and pre-service teacher preparation programs. He was a part of the team selected to develop resources for the new Oklahoma Academic Standards for PE teachers. This is the Physical Education Standard Curriculum resource project.
Dr. Desmond Delk presented “Maintaining Optimal Wellness Throughout Your Career” at the Agriculture Career-Pathways Experience Training and Conference, in Langston, Okla.
Ms. Nicole Been was selected to present at the North American Society for the Sociology of Sport (NASSS) Conference in November in Tampa Bay, Fla. as well as the Oklahoma Recreation and Parks Society (ORPS) Conference in November in Oklahoma City.
Congratulations to Dr. Jackson and the faculty, staff, and students who made the 2015-2016 school year such a success. Dr. Jackson looks to climb to new heights and places for the next academic year.
Dr. rUTH JacKSoN DEAN, SCHOOL OF EDUCATION AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
Jenkins Miller Scholarship Fund
Established at Langston
Steve Miller and wife Pam Cowan are partners at Cowan & Miller, a law firm that specializes in immigration and naturalization law in Seattle, Washington, recently established a scholarship fund open to all students from the state of Oklahoma. The fund was created in honor of his parents Royal and Beatrice Miller and Langston University alumnus the late Melvin Jenkins and wife Janie Jenkins.
Both families have deep roots in Oklahoma and legacies of hard work, dedication and perseverance. Christina Jenkins with the Langston University Early Childhood Laboratory carries on her father’s legacy by developing children in the very establishment he helped build. The scholarship opportunity is available this fall for students and is open to all majors.
University Foundation
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Convocation 2016 Opening
Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., President and CEO of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund served as the distinguished guest speaker for the 2016 Formal Opening Convocation on the Langston Campus. Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) helps students acquire a high-quality college education at an affordable cost, develops leaders of tomorrow and connects high performing students with top tier employment opportunities. TMCF member-schools remain a vital source of higher education and more than 80 percent of all students enrolled in HBCUs attend TMCF member-schools.
LANGSTON UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION
2016 BoarD MEMBErS
A Special Thanks to the Langston University Foundation Board of Directors for your leadership, dedication and generous support!
Mr. DarrELL JEFFLo CHAIRMAN
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LANGSTON UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION
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BancFirst Bank Of Oklahoma
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Black Chamber of Commerce - Metro OKC
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BlueCross Blue Shield Of Oklahoma
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Central Oklahoma American Health Council, Inc
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Langston University Agriculture Alumni Association
Langston University Class Of 2015
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Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Lewis
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Lillie Simmons Irrevocable Trust
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Ms. Maxine Martin
Ms. Linda Mason
Mr. Shannon Matthews
Ms. Lillian McConnell
Mrs. Janice McCormick
Dr. Bruce McGowan
Ms. Kanika McKerson
Mrs. Venora McKinney
Mr. Robert McKinney
Ms. Teneisha McKinney
Dr. Jesse McMullen
Ms. Sandra McNeal
Metro Technology Centers
Metropolitan State University
Mr. Weldon Miles
Judge Vicki Miles-LaGrange
Mrs. Gayle Miles-Scott
Donors (Continued)
Mr. Charlie Miller
Mr. Jermaine Millhouse
Millwood Public Schools
Milwaukee Chapter Of The Links, Inc.
Mrs. Helen Miner
Mr.Samuel Lee Mingo
Mrs. Dale Mingo
Mrs. Louvenia Moham
Ms. Shauntae Moham
Mr. Michael Monday
Dr. Clyde Montgomery
Mr. Lawrence Montgomery
Dr. Corey Moore
Mr. and Mrs. Lee and Elizabeth Morris
Dr. James Mosley
Mrs. Lois Mosley
Dr. Jilda Motley
Dr. Gwendolyn Mukes
Dr. Darlington Mundende
Mr. Lawrence Myers
Mrs. Juanita Myles
Nabholz Construction
Nashville Chapter of The Links, Inc.
Ms. Terra Nelson
Ms. Evelyn Nephew
Mrs. Tamiko Nesbitt
Mr. Ricky Nicholson
Mr. Haile Nicholson
Ms. Betty Noakes
Mr. Clinton Noble
Mrs. Erika Noonburg-Morgan
Mr. Malthus Northcutt
Northern Oklahoma College
Mr. and Mrs. Jason and Bonnie Nowak
Mr. and Mrs. Fredrick and Linda O’Neal
OG &E
Mrs. Kjulonda Ogles-Williams
Oklahoma Black Caucus Foundation
Oklahoma City Chapter Of The Links, Inc.
ONE Gas Foundation, Inc.
ONEOK
Mr. Sammy Orange
Orthopedic Associates, Inc.
Mr. Elmer Palmer
Ms. Liz Parker
Ms. Thelma Parks
Mr. and Mrs. Gabriel and Sandra Pascual
Dr. Earl Perry
Ms. Janara Perry
Ms. Dina Petersen
Dr. Alonzo Peterson
Phi Beta Sigma SW Foundation
Phi Psi Alums
Phillips 66 Company
Ms. Susan Place
Mr. Prinson Poindexter
Dr. Elicia Pollard
Mrs. Deborah Pond
Dr. Henry and Eunice Ponder
Ms. Barbara Potts
Mr. Thurman Poynter
Mr. and Mrs. Norman and Sharon Pullen
Mr. Norman Pullen
Mrs. Michele Purvey
Queen City Chapter of The Links, Inc.
Mrs. Helen Rambo
Dr. Melvin Randle
Mrs. Rita Randle
Ms. Ella Ravnell
Ms. Katie Reed-Owens
Reel Family Foundation, Inc.
Ms. Georgia Rembert
Mrs. Judith Reyes- Henderson
Mr. Elmore Richardson
Mrs. Barbara Richardson-Allen
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel and Louisa Riddick
Ms. Cynthia Roach
Mr. Juan Roberts
Mr. K.C. Robinson
Mrs. Elaine Robinson
Mr. Raymond Rodgers
Mrs. Donnita Rogers
Mr. Joseph Rokop
Mr. Richard Roquemore
Ms. Maiesha Rose
Mrs. Tonya Rose Mitchell
Ms. Jacqueline Roybal
RSM US LLP
Dr. Meshack Sagini
Dr. Herman Sanders
Ms. Barbara Saulters
Mrs. Joyce Scales-Otis
Schuman Enterprises, LLC
Mr. and Mrs. Louis and Yashanda Scruggs
Ms. Erica Shackelford
Rep. Michael Shelton
Ms. Lydia Shirley
Short Tie Promotions
Dr. Betsy Showalter
Mrs. Dara Shumard
Ms. Latoya Shumate
Mr. Richard Sias
Ms. Kathy Simmons
Mr. Kavaris Sims
Ms. Elizabeth Slaughter
Dr. Juel Smith
Mrs. Linda Smith
Mrs. Charita Smith
Sodexo, Inc. & Affiliates
Mrs. Elizabeth Speight
Dr. Charles Spurlock
St. John Missionary Baptist Church
Mr. David Stallings
Mrs. Mable Steele
Mr. David Stephens
Mr. Arthur Stevens
Mr. Johnny Stevenson
Mr. Ronnie Steward
Dr. Elaine Stith
Mrs. Alice Strong-Simmons
Mrs. Robyn Sunday-Allen
Mr. and Mrs. Cedric and Randi Sunray
Temple & Sons Funeral Directors, Inc.
The Anne and Henry Zarrow Foundation
The Baptist Foundation Of Oklahoma
The Chickasaw Nation
The Economic Club Of Oklahoma
The Glover Group
The Law Firm Of Roland V. Combs III & Associates PLC
The Links, Inc. Central Area
The Willa Dean Johnson Revocable Trust
Mrs. Rendi Thomas
Mr. William Thompson
Mr. David Threatt
Mr. and Mrs. Roy and Flossie Thurston
TIAA-CREF Community Affairs
Mr. and Mrs. Joe and Ruth Tibbs
Mr. Reuben Tindal
Tinker Federal Credit Union
Mrs. Tierney Tinnin
Mrs. Lula Tipton-Mouton
Dr. Melvin Todd
Dr. Bernadine Tolbert
Mr. Harold Toliver
Tom Joyner Foundation Inc.
Dr. Henry Townsend
Ms. Felicia Travis
Dr. Eddie Traylor
Mrs. Jewel Tribble
Mr. Ronald Tribble
Triple Crown Sports, Inc.
Dr. Marilyn Kay Troupe
Tru-Care Health Systems, Inc
Ms. Demetria Tryon
Dr. James Tucker
Tulsa Chapter Of The Links Inc.
Mrs. Sherida Turner
Ms. Hazel Turner
Mr. Don Fonsay Turner
United Supreme Council Charitable Foundation
University Of Oklahoma, Office Of University Community
Mr. Mark Vaughn
Mr. Louis Vigil
Mr. and Mrs. David and Donna Von Derohe
Ms. Selma Wade
Mr. James Wakefield
Dr. Wilbur Walker
Mr. O.C. Walker
Mrs. Thelma Wallace
Mr. Jamuel Wallace
Dr. Patrina Walter
Mrs. DeArnetta Ward
Mr. Robert Ward
Mrs. Vonnie Ware Roberts
Mr. Harold Washington
Ms. Rozalyn Washington
Mrs. Doris Washington
Ms. Tonette Washington
Ms. Lisa Washington
Hon. Kenneth Watson
Ms. Tenishea Weatherall
Dr. Lisa Weis
Mr. Thurman White
Ms. Louise White
Ms. Renae Whitehorn-Dudley
Dr. Charles Whitlow
Ms. SaraWhitt
Mrs. Christine Wiley
Mr. Bernard Williams
Mrs. Velma Williams
Mrs. Ghita Williams
Mr. and Mrs. Steve Williams
Ms. Rita Williams
Mrs. Faye Williams
Mrs. Alicia Williams Hall
Mr. Vernon Williamson
Ms. Jennifer Willis
Mrs. Tracey Willis
Mrs. Chelle Wilson
Ms. Vernetta Wilson
Mr. Dave Wilson
Mrs. Jamila Woodard
Mrs. Kashi Woods
Mr. Scott Woods
Ms. LaSherri Wright
Dr. Ricco Wright
Wyatt & Mattie Jeltz Scholarship Foundation
Mr. John Yates
Ms. Ikia Young
RAFAEL WHITE CLASS OF 1970 (GRANDMOTHER)
DARION S.J. WHITE CLASS OF 2016 (SON & GRANDSON)
STANFORD WHITE CLASS OF 1967 (GRANDFATHER)
TAMI L. WHITE CLASS OF 1993 (MOM)
LEGACY
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Gov E r NING Boar DS a ND oFFI c I a LS
THE HONORABLE MARY FALLIN, GOvERNOR OKLAHOMA STATE REGENTS FOR HIGHER EDUCATION
John Massey, Chairman
Ronald H. White, M.D., Vice Chair
Joseph L. Parker, Jr., Assistant Secretary
Andrew W. “Andy” Lester
James D. “Jimmy” Harrel
Dr. Glen D. Johnson, Chancellor
Jay Helm, Secretary
Mike C. Turpen
Ann Holloway
Gen. Toney Stricklin
BOARD OF REGENTS FOR THE OKLAHOMA AGRICULTURAL AND MECHANICAL COLLEGES
Lou Watkins, Chair
Douglas E. Burns, Vice Chair
Dr. Trudy Milner
Joe D. Hall Tucker Link
Jarold Callahan
Calvin J. Anthony
Jim Reese Rick Davis
Jason Ramsey, Chief Executive Officer
ADMINISTRATION
Dr. Kent J. Smith, Jr. .…………………………………………………..………………………....…….........................................................…...President
Dr. Clyde Montgomery, Jr. .……………………………..…………….....….................................. Vice President for Academic Affairs
Dr. Sharron T. Burnett.……………………………….......................……...... Vice President for Fiscal and Administrative Affairs
Dr. Raphael X. Moffett………………………………………………...................................……....….... Vice President for Student Affairs
Mrs. Mautra S. Jones……….................................… Vice President for Institutional Advancement and External Affairs
BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR THE LANGSTON UNIvERSITY OKLAHOMA CITY AND TULSA CAMPUSES
Dr. Claud Evans, Chairman
D. Gayle Berry, Vice Chair
Rita Combs
Avilla Williams, Secretary
Col. Stanley L. Evans
Rick Davis Sherman Lewis
Melvin Latham
Vernetta Wilson
LANGSTON UNIvERSITY NATIONAL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
Dr. Leon Bragg, Sr. …………………………………......................................................................................................................... President
Jamila M. Woodard …………………………....................................................................................................................... Vice President
Renee B. James …………………………....................................................................................................................................... Secretary
Tasha R. Black …………………………........................................................................................................................................... Treasurer
Vonnie Ware Roberts …………………………............................................................................................ Acting Executive Director
L ANGSTON U NI v ERSITY FOUNDATION BOARD MEMBERS
Darrell Jefflo, Chairman
Wayne Jones
Vernell Redo Joel-lyn A. McCormick
Excell Lafayette, Jr.
Anthony Hill
Mautra Jones, Executive Director
Judge Kenneth Watson
JoNES Vice President of Insititutional Advancement and External Affairs EDITOR IN CHIEF
cHrISTINa Gray Media Relations Specialist MANAGING EDITOR
JarED coLE Communications Specialist CONTRIBUTING EDITOR
LaToNya aNDErSoN Gifts Manager & Development Specialist
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