In Memoriam

Remembering and honoring those in our community who we have lost

In Memoriam

Linda Spencer, Howard Volleyball Pioneer and Championship Coach, Leaves an Enduring Legacy

Linda Spencer (B.S. ’75, M.Ed. ’81), who made history as Howard University’s first volleyball coach and built the foundation for one of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference’s (MEAC) most successful programs, passed away on June 8.

Jun 16, 2026 4 minutes

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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

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For Howard University, Jesse Louis Jackson Sr. Was A Bridge Between Generations

Feb 17, 2026 14 minutes

In Memoriam

Remembering the Life of Double Alumnus, Gospel Music Pioneer Richard Smallwood

Jan 2, 2026 4 minutes

News

Statement on the Passing of Distinguished Alumna and Professor Emerita, Toni Morrison

Aug 6, 2019 4 minutes

President Frederick and Dr. LaSalle D. Leffall Jr.

In Memoriam

Passing of Dr. LaSalle D. Leffall Jr.

May 26, 2019 4 minutes

In Memoriam

Howard Law Pays Tribute to Federal Judge Damon Keith

Apr 30, 2019 8 minutes

News

The Toni Morrison Society Presents Howard University with the 25th ‘Bench by the Road’ in Honor of Leadership in Black Excellence

Apr 5, 2019 3 minutes