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Jamerson Watson

Commencement 2026

For Master's Graduate Jamerson Watson, Social Work is Not Just A Profession; It's a Ministry

Jamerson Watson is preparing to use his dual master's degree in social work and divinity to make a meaningful change in society.

May 8, 2026 3 minutes

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The Yard at Commencement

Commencement 2026

Commencement's Graduate Processional, Called "The Long Walk," Represents Both a Symbolic Journey and a Cherished Connecting Space

May 7, 2026 6 minutes

Roz Brewer

Commencement 2026

Interim President and Chair Emerita Rosalind Brewer of Spelman College on The Future of HBCUs and Producing the Leaders of Tomorrow

May 5, 2026 11 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

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Howard University Junior Jazmine Grant Receives Prestigious Goldwater Scholarship

Apr 7, 2021 3 minutes

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PRWeek Names Alonda Thomas Among 2021 Women To Watch Honorees

Apr 6, 2021 2 minutes

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Update Regarding In-Person Commencement Activities

Apr 3, 2021 2 minutes

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Howard University Theatre Arts Professor Receives Prestigious Awards to Fund Book Project on African Dance History

Apr 1, 2021 3 minutes

Vaccination Clinic

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Howard University Community Vaccination Event Helps D.C.’s Northeast Community

Apr 1, 2021 3 minutes

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Howard University Names Dana A. Williams, Ph.D., as Dean of Graduate Studies

Mar 31, 2021 3 minutes

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Howard University Names James Rhee the John H. Johnson Endowed Chair and Professor of Entrepreneurship

Mar 31, 2021 6 minutes

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School of Social Work Appoints Mildred C Joyner, LCSW as Inaugural John E. & Barbara S. Jacob Distinguished Professor

Mar 31, 2021 5 minutes

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Update to the Howard University Community - Summer and Fall 2021

Mar 30, 2021 3 minutes

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Howard University Graduate Programs Rise on U.S. News and World Report’s List of 2022 Best Graduate Schools

Mar 30, 2021 9 minutes