WASHINGTON — The 2019 Howard University Homecoming Day of Service will be held on Saturday, Oct. 5 to kick-off the 2019 Howard University Homecoming events with service-learning opportunities throughout Washington, D.C. in the areas of homelessness; community beautification; health; education; elder care; and violence prevention.

“We begin Howard Homecoming each year with the Day of Service as a testament to our commitment to the university tenets of truth and service,” says Rev. Bernard L. Richardson, Ph.D., Dean of the Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel at Howard University. “We encourage all students, faculty, staff, alumni, Bison families and friends to register for a community service initiative and take part in this unique opportunity as we come together to serve and honor the university’s legacy and values.”

Click here to register for the 2019 Homecoming Day of Service.

Registration is mandatory to participate in service-learning opportunities. Additionally, individuals are invited to coordinate service projects of their own by registering a project using the link provided. Those who participate in the Homecoming Day of Service are asked to show their Bison pride by wearing Howard University paraphernalia.

“As we begin our 2019 Homecoming celebration, the Day of Service presents a real opportunity to contribute to the lives of individuals and communities around Washington, D.C.,” says Vice President of Student Affairs, Kenneth Holmes. “The Day of Service is not only in line with our University tenets, it also reflects a pillar of our strategic plan and vision for Howard’s future—serving the community. The service opportunities are dynamic, and they give volunteers an opportunity to learn a new skill or expand their views while contributing to the community.”

Registration closes at midnight on Wednesday, Oct. 2. Follow the 2019 Homecoming Day of Service and post photos of your service projects using #BisonServe. For questions and information related to the Howard University Homecoming Day of Service, email hudayofservice@gmail.com.

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About Howard University

Founded in 1867, Howard University is a private, research university that is comprised of 13 schools and colleges. Students pursue studies in more than 120 areas leading to undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University operates with a commitment to Excellence in Truth and Service and has produced four Rhodes Scholars, 11 Truman Scholars, two Marshall Scholars, one Schwarzman Scholar, over 70 Fulbright Scholars and 22 Pickering Fellows. Howard also produces more on-campus African-American Ph.D. recipients than any other university in the United States. For more information on Howard University, visit www.howard.edu.

Media Contact: Misha Cornelius, misha.cornelius@howard.edu