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The Blackbyrds
Culture Creators: Arts and Entertainment

Walking in Rhythm: The Blackbyrds’ Enduring Legacy from Howard University to the International Stage

In recognition of Black Music Month, Howard alums Keith Killgo and Joe Hall discuss the legacy of their group The Blackbyrds and their mentor, Donald Byrd.

Jun 17, 2026 8 minutes
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Alvin Hannon Blerdcon panelist. There are three people sitting behind a long table. Hannon is on the far left and he is holding a microphone
Culture Creators: Arts and Entertainment

Is Howard University Producing the Next Generation of Blerds?

Jun 1, 2026 14 minutes
Mary Lovelace O'Neal in her studio crouching down around an array of art supplies
In Memoriam

Howard University Remembers Mary Lovelace O’Neal: Fearless Alumna, Visionary Artist, Educator, and Activist

May 28, 2026 6 minutes
Kiki Shepard
Lineage: Howard Students and Alumni

Kiki Shepard’s Enduring Legacy: From Howard University to the Heart of Black America

May 18, 2026 5 minutes
The Blackbyrds
Culture Creators: Arts and Entertainment

Walking in Rhythm: The Blackbyrds’ Enduring Legacy from Howard University to the International Stage

Jun 17, 2026 8 minutes
Alvin Hannon Blerdcon panelist. There are three people sitting behind a long table. Hannon is on the far left and he is holding a microphone
Culture Creators: Arts and Entertainment

Is Howard University Producing the Next Generation of Blerds?

Jun 1, 2026 14 minutes
Mary Lovelace O'Neal in her studio crouching down around an array of art supplies
In Memoriam

Howard University Remembers Mary Lovelace O’Neal: Fearless Alumna, Visionary Artist, Educator, and Activist

May 28, 2026 6 minutes
Kiki Shepard
Lineage: Howard Students and Alumni

Kiki Shepard’s Enduring Legacy: From Howard University to the Heart of Black America

May 18, 2026 5 minutes
Folajinmi Awofeso standing in front of the WHUT-TV studio
Commencement 2026

Howard University 2026 Audio Production Graduate Folajinmi Awofeso Transforms Love of Music into a Career

May 8, 2026 4 minutes
Jade and jadah
Commencement 2026

Synced Up: With More than 1M Followers, Graduating Howard Seniors Jade and Jadah Are Changing Social Media Forever

May 6, 2026 5 minutes
Bob Iger
Commencement 2026

Stay Studious: Former Disney CEO Bob Iger, 2026 Honorary Degree Candidate, Has Advice for Howard Grads

May 4, 2026 5 minutes
College of Fine Arts 2026 Commencement graduate collage of three students
Commencement 2026

A Convergence of Discipline, Discovery, and Purpose: Three Fine Arts 2026 Graduates Reflect on Their Howard Journeys

May 1, 2026 7 minutes
Benny Golson
Culture Creators: Arts and Entertainment

On International Jazz Day, Paying Tribute to Benny Golson, Who Went from Howard to Hollywood While Helping to Transform Music

Apr 29, 2026 5 minutes
Brittany Luse
Lineage: Howard Students and Alumni

From The Mecca to the Mic: How Howard University Shaped NPR Host Brittany Luse’s Career in Podcasting

Apr 13, 2026 7 minutes