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Town Hall Recording & COVID Update - 2.2.22
As a result of the recent bomb threats to the University and at least 19 other historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), we conducted a Howard University community town hall Tuesday evening on very short notice. Nearly 1,000 faculty, staff, students and parents joined to hear updates regarding the events that unfolded on campus (and around the nation), receive a status report from University officials, and understand what additional measures are being implemented to protect our community. An active investigation is being led by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), supported by various local, regional and federal organizations. If you were unable to join, click here to watch the recorded town hall Zoom meeting.
Towers West - Activated Sprinkler System Update
At approximately 3:58 a.m., D.C. Fire officials were notified of an activated sprinkler system in Howard Plaza Towers West. Preliminary details from the active investigation reveal that a small fire was caused by an unauthorized cooking device turned on by residents while they were doing hair.
Safety Support Resources Update
As part of our continued commitment to care for the University community, the Howard University Department of Public Safety wants to remind our students, faculty, and staff that we are in this together.
Town Hall Recording & COVID Update
As a result of the recent bomb threats to the University and at least 19 other historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), we conducted a Howard University community town hall Tuesday evening on very short notice.
Operations Update - Feb. 4 Mental Health Day
In keeping with Howard University's commitment to the wellness of students and employees, the institution will observe a mental health respite on Friday, February 4, 2022. All classes will be suspended for the day, but select, campus-based, auxiliary services will remain open and available on regular weekday scheduling.
Update from the Board of Trustees
We are deeply disturbed by recent bomb threats made against Howard University and other historically Black colleges and universities.
Feb. 4 Mental Health Day Operational Update
In keeping with Howard University’s commitment to the wellness of students and employees, the institution will observe a mental health respite on Friday, February 4, 2022.
Feb. 1 Campus Operations Status Update
Between 3-6 a.m., the Howard University Department of Public Safety and the Metropolitan Police Department investigated, assessed and eventually cleared the campus after a bomb threat made against our campus.
Bison S.A.F.E App Upgrade
We are pleased to report that the Bison SAFE application has been updated to also reflect COVID-19 testing status.
A Message from Chief Lyles on Bomb Threat Safety
In recent weeks, several historically Black colleges and universities nationwide have been subjected to anonymous bomb threats, with the most recent being this morning.