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Howard University Mourns the Passing of Dr. James Weldon Norris

The music world is mourning the passing of a legend, James Weldon Norris, D. Mus. (B.Mus. ’59, M. Mus. ’60), former director of university choirs and bands and professor emeritus of music history in the Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts.

2025 Independence Day

Howard University will be closed beginning at 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 3, in observance of Independence Day. The campus will resume regular hours of operation on Monday, July 7.

2025 Juneteenth Operations

Howard University will be closed on Thursday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.

The campus will resume regular hours of operation on Friday, June 20.

New Appointment - Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs

I am pleased to announce the appointment of Rajni Goel, Ph.D., as associate provost for faculty affairs in the Office of the Provost.

New Appointment – Dean of the College of Engineering and Architecture

I am pleased to announce the appointment of alumna Kimberly L. Jones, Ph.D., as the dean of the College of Engineering and Architecture. In this role, Dr. Jones will report to Provost Anthony K. Wutoh, Ph.D., R.Ph. 

New Appointment – Interim Dean of the College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences

I am pleased to announce the appointment of Felecia M. Banks, Ph.D., as interim dean of the College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences effective July 1, 2025.

2025 Memorial Day Operational Status: Closed

Howard University will close at 3 p.m. this Friday, May 23, in observance of Memorial Day and remain closed on Monday, May 26.

The campus will resume regular hours of operation on Tuesday, May 27.

Commencement Participation Policy Communication

This serves as a reminder of the current University policy regarding participation in graduation exercises.

Spring Seasonal HVAC Changeover and Tips for Temperature Adjustments

Physical Facilities Management (PFM) is initiating the transition to the cooling season as part of our annual preparations.

 Springfest 2025 is Here – Made in the Mecca + Important Parking Info

Springfest 2025 is here, and Howard is turning up the heat with the theme Made in the Mecca. In preparation for the week’s festivities, please be advised of the following campus parking and road closures affecting several parking lots and streets.