Service Recognition Program
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 I 2:00 PM
The Atrium I C.F. Gayles Field House
2026 Service Recognition Program
Dr. Emisha Maytubby
Chair & Assistant Professor of Family & Consumer Sciences, Sherman Lewis School of Agriculture and Applied Sciences
Mistress of Ceremony
Welcome
Dr. Emisha Maytubby
Chair & Assistant Professor of FCS, SL-SAAS
Opening Remarks
Mr. Joshua Busby
Dean of Students, Division of Student Affairs
Aspiration
Mr. Dezz Lewis
Community Resource Development, Engagement and Evaluation Specialist, SL-SAAS
Quarter Century Club Inductions*
Dr. Alonzo Peterson
Vice President for Academic Affairs
Retiree Recognition*
Dr. Alonzo Peterson
Vice President for Academic Affairs
Service Recognition Remarks
Dr. Maytubby
Chair & Assistant Professor of FCS, SL-SAAS
Closing Remarks
Dr. Ruth Ray Jackson
17th President of Langston University
*Quarter Century Club and Retirees stay for photos
Langston University Quarter Century Club
Since its inception in 2007, the Quarter Century Club at Langston University has proudly recognized the commitment and dedicated service of employees who have been integral to our team for at least 25 consecutive years. We are immensely proud of our high employee retention rate, which speaks volumes about the loyalty and dedication within our community.
Through the Quarter Century Club, we express our gratitude to these distinguished individuals whose enduring commitment has significantly contributed to the university’s esteemed reputation among all those we serve.
Thank you for your continued dedication and for helping make Langston University a remarkable place to work and learn.
2026 Quarter Century Club Inductees
Dr. Kjoy Abraham
Lovie Carter
Dr. Corey Moore
Langston University Retirees
For many years, Langston University has proudly recognized and celebrated the remarkable contributions of our retirees. Their achievements have greatly enhanced our academic infrastructure and shaped our institutional culture. Serving in various capacities, these dedicated individuals have truly embodied a commitment to “Dear Langston,” demonstrating a genuine concern for the development and growth of our students, faculty, and staff.
As they embark on new chapters in their lives, we share in their happiness and extend our heartfelt wishes for continued success. Their legacy will continue to inspire and influence our community for many years to come.
2025-2026 Retirees
Dr. Margaret Johnson - 10 Years
Dr. Theresa Leahy - 13 Years
Dr. John Sassin - 18 Years
Sonya Simpson - 9 Years
Years of Service Honorees
2025-2026
Five Years
Rhonda Black
Dr. Heath P. Burge
Marlon L. Edwards
Jerry Elix
Newton M. Nyairo
Thia S. Paige
Daniel L. Thompson
Penghua Wang
Ten Years
Joshua Davis
Dr. Desmond W. Delk
Sherry R. Gatheright
Eric J. Harris
Michael R. Howard
Misty B. Mayes
Kyle S. Taylor
Joshua A. Todd
Mark A. Vaughn
Melvin D. Williams
Fifteen Years
Glenda L. Bryant
Deborah L. Oguin
Twenty Years
Dr. Alonzo F. Peterson
Twenty Five Years
Dr. Kjoy Abraham
Lovie L. Carter
Dr. Corey L. Moore
Thirty Years
Michael A. Hamilton
Thirty Five Years
Chris E. Downey
Forty Years
Henry L. Stevenson, Jr.
Fifty Years
Henry L. Stevenson, Sr.
Service Recognition Committee
Mrs. Charlotte Carey - Office of the President
Ms. Nika Wilson - Human Resources
Special �anks and A�reciation
Office of the President
Academic Affairs
Division of Student Affairs
Public Relations
ELIOR Food Services
Lion Copy Shop
Information Technology Services
HES
Congratulations
Thank you for your dedication and service to Langston Unive ity
