Milestones

Celebrating the significant anniversaries and triumphs from across the University

News

Howard University Marks 159th Charter Day with Call for 'Deeper Connection'

The university celebrated its founding with the 159th Charter Day Convocation with keynote remarks by alumnus and business leader Donald B. “Don” Christian (BBA ’90).

Mar 6, 2026 4 minutes

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Accolades

Ibram X. Kendi Reflects on Legacy of the ‘Father of Black History’ as Howard’s Inaugural Carter G. Woodson Endowed Chair in History

Mar 3, 2026 3 minutes

Accolades

National Black Movie Day: Two Howard Shorts You Should Watch This Weekend

Feb 20, 2026 3 minutes

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Community

Howard University’s Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts Professor Pat Parks Named Co‑Producer on Broadway’s ‘Joe Turner’s Come and Gone’

Jan 16, 2026 6 minutes

Community

Howard University Center for Sickle Cell Disease Marks 50th Anniversary

Jun 14, 2022 3 minutes

News

Alumna Taraji P. Henson Shines at Howard University Commencement

May 7, 2022 4 minutes

News

Howard's Showtime Marching Band Celebrates Justice Jackson's Historic Confirmation, Law Students Share their Reflection

Apr 12, 2022 2 minutes

Milestones

Howard University Announces 2022 Charter Day Virtual Celebration

Jan 14, 2022 2 minutes

News

‘Remember the Times!’ Howard University Announces the 2021 Homecoming Theme and COVID-19 Safety Protocols

Oct 11, 2021 3 minutes

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Convocation 2021: President Wayne A. I. Frederick Says 'Howard Has Been a Beacon in the Night'

Sep 17, 2021 3 minutes

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The Cathy Hughes School of Communications to Host 50th Anniversary Celebration, Kicks off Fundraising for Student Scholarship and Building Fund

Jun 30, 2021 4 minutes

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Howard University is Named HBCU Institutional Leader by Fulbright Program

May 24, 2021 4 minutes

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Office of the President: Congratulations Gregory Odom Jr.

May 10, 2021 3 minutes

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Howard ROTC Hosts Gen. Mark A. Milley for Special In-Person Commissioning Address

May 7, 2021 3 minutes