Was Langston university named after Langston Hughes?

Answer 1

Not likely. If it were, it would be called Hughes University.

Answer 2

Yes, Langston University was named after John Mercer Langston, an African American politician, attorney, and activist, who was the first dean of the law school at Howard University. Langston University was established in 1897 and named in his honor. Langston Hughes, the poet and writer, was not directly involved in the founding of the university.

Answer 3

Yes, I believe there is a school in Seattle called Langston Hughes Academy.

Answer 4

no