*Legacy and History

Howard and its graduates have changed the world through truth and service.

Students outside on Howard's campus with Provost Anthony Wutoh

*Accolades

Unpacking Why Howard University Ranks as No. 1 on Forbes’ ‘America’s Top HBCUs’ List

Forbes magazine ranked Howard University at No. 1 on its list of top HBCUs. Forbes previously listed Howard at the top private HBCU in 2023 and 2024. Linkedln also named Howard the top HBCU in 2026.

Aug 18, 2026 9 minutes

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Howard University President Wayne Frederick wearing a suit and tie alongside three family members who are wearing Howard-branded t-shirts

News

Howard University’s Class of 2030 Begin Their Bison Journey During Move-In Week

Aug 12, 2026 7 minutes

A collage image of 7 women, all in black and white

Legacy and Lineage

The Howard University Student-Led Bus Protest that Challenged Virginia’s Jim Crow Laws

Jun 25, 2026 5 minutes

Culture Creators: Arts and Entertainment

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

Jun 17, 2026 8 minutes

headshots of Dr. Hope and Professor Hansford

News

Dr. Tonija Hope and Justin Hansford Among Howard Employees and Alumni Named in Washingtonian Magazine’s ‘Most Influential’ of 2025

May 15, 2025 6 minutes

News

Howard University’s The Hilltop Editor Jacky "JD" Jean-Jacques Receives NABJ Student Journalist of the Year Award

May 15, 2025 2 minutes

Dr Cannon-Smith and Mr Smith at Commencement 157

*Community

A "Golden Couple" Celebrates Their 50th Graduation Anniversary After Meeting at Howard University

May 9, 2025 4 minutes

Lineage: Howard Students and Alumni

Honorary Degree Designee Natasha Trethewey: A Message of ‘Carrying On’ Through Loss and Letters

May 7, 2025 4 minutes

News

Anesthesiologist, Honorary Degree Designee Emery Neal Brown on Understanding the Brain, Mentorship, and the Importance of HBCUs

May 5, 2025 4 minutes

*Change Makers

Dr. Lonnie Bunch III, Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, Reflects on Preserving History and Culture

Apr 10, 2025 5 minutes