WASHINGTON –In an effort to engage the Washington, D.C. community through an evening of positivity and sportsmanship, and to promote initiatives around public safety, the Howard University Department of Athletics and the Office of the President will host, “Own the Night,” an exhibition men’s basketball game against Central Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (CIAA) challenger, the Firebirds of the University of the District of Columbia, on Friday, Nov. 1 at 9 p.m. in Burr Gymnasium.

Following the contest, Athletics will host a celebrity concert. “Own the Night” is free and open to the public. Special appearances will include the Showtime Marching Band, HU Cheerleaders and the Bisonnettes.

Come out for an evening of prizes, giveaways, food and much more!

#BisonStrong #HowardForward

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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