For nearly 40 years, Beth and Lawton Langford have been stalwart and passionate supporters of Florida State University Athletics. They have made significant financial contributions to the University's
academic and athletic programs, while generously supporting the Tallahassee community as well. Serving in various leadership roles within the Seminole Boosters for 35 years, Lawton served as
Chairman in 1994 and led the monumental challenge of the re-routing of Pensacola Street around the FSU campus and athletics complex and the campaign to secure financing for the critical third phase of
the University Center. As Chair of the Boosters' By-Laws Committee for 30 years, Lawton played a key role in 2019 in drafting and finalizing the structure of the Florida State University Athletic
Association (FSUAA), which now provides the governing structure for FSU Athletics. Lawton also served as the Boosters Major Gifts Chairman and was a Founder of the University Center Club.
Beth's
passion for FSU began as a coed in 1977. As a leader on campus and in her sorority, she was selected as an original member of the students' booster organization, The Scalphunters, in 1980 and 'Miss
Garnet and Gold' in 1979. Her focus has been on FSU female athletes and students, as a mentor and supporter. Beth served on and chaired the Committee of 30 (organized in 1988 to promote women's
athletics at FSU), and on the Seminole Booster Board of Directors and Executive Committee.
Beth and Lawton have been long-time supporters of women's athletics, particularly basketball, softball,
and soccer.
Perhaps even more important than these achievements have been their wise counsel, steady hand, and signature influence within the FSU community. Beth and Lawton Langford's legacy of
leadership and love for Florida State shines as brightly as the flame atop the Unconquered monument.
