*Change Makers

Bison who are changing the world to make it a better place right now and for future generations

Dr. Wayne A. I. Frederick, Allyson and Wes Felix pose for a photo in front of a vibrant yellow abstract painting. On the left, Dr. Frederick wears a navy suit and tie; in the center, Allyson Felix wears a white hooded tracksuit; and on the right, Wes Felix wears a navy baseball cap, jacket and jeans. All three are smiling at the camera.

*Thought Leadership and Epiphanies

'She Runs the World': Allyson Felix Stops in Her Tracks to Visit The Mecca

An electrifying energy swept across Howard University's campus when Allyson Felix, the most decorated American Olympic track and field athlete in history, visited The Mecca for the first time.

Nov 6, 2026 6 minutes

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U.S. Representative Gregory W. Meeks and Dr. Wayne A. I. Frederick shaking hands

*Change Makers

Congressman Gregory Meeks Urges Howard Students to Embrace Civic Leadership and the Power of Their Vote

Nov 4, 2026 5 minutes

Panel with five men seated side by side at Blackburn Digital Auditorium at screening at "How to Change the World" documentary

*Change Makers

Howard University Trustee Arne Duncan’s Anti-Gun Violence Organization Takes the Spotlight in Documentary

Oct 2, 2026 6 minutes

Sonya Smith Appointed to Lead Howard University’s Research Institute on Tactical Autonomy Washington, D.C. - Howard University announced that Sonya Smith, Ph.D., has been appointed to serve as executive director of the University’s Research Institute Autonomy (RITA). Also referred to as the University Affiliated Research Center, or UARC, the University’s RITA is only one of 15 centers in the United States. Smith is no stranger to the University, joining as faculty in 1995 after becoming the fi

*Accolades

Howard University CEA Professor Sonya Smith Elected to AIAA Class of 2026 Fellows

Sep 28, 2026 3 minutes

*Legacy and History

Howard University’s Legal Legends

Feb 27, 2026 3 minutes

Fusion Festival Collective Wellbeing group photo. Credit Geneva Greene

News

Join the ‘Transformation to Triumph Black Women’s Summit’ and Become Part of a Global Network of Support

Feb 24, 2026 4 minutes

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The Librarian Who Built the Home for Black Writing, and Other Alumni Who Have Changed Literature

Feb 23, 2026 6 minutes

Talitha Washington and Ashley Gatewood speaking on stage

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HU-MasterCard Inclusive Growth Thought Leadership Lecture Series Kicks Off Howard’s 2026 Data Week

Feb 20, 2026 5 minutes

Lineage: Howard Students and Alumni

‘Full of Strength’: Dr. Jelani Cobb’s Howard Origins

Feb 20, 2026 8 minutes

A collage of Howard alumni who are celebrated performing artists

Lineage: Howard Students and Alumni

Howard University's Trailblazers of the Performing Arts

Feb 18, 2026 8 minutes

News

Howard University Honors Dr. James K. Fortson with Distinguished Alumni Award

Feb 13, 2026 4 minutes

A school of social work student speaking to children outdoors in Cape Town

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Howard School of Social Work Students Travel to Cape Town to Serve the Community

Feb 11, 2026 5 minutes

*Change Makers

Dean Emerita Phylicia Rashad and Trustee Don Christian Headline Charter Day Dinner and Convocation Honoring Howard History and Esteemed Alumni

Feb 5, 2026 4 minutes

*Research and Discovery

On World Cancer Day, Interim President Frederick Talks Research, Leadership, and Mission

Feb 4, 2026 5 minutes