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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

President Frederick and Students

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Howard University And Amazon Studios Announce Continuation Of Howard Entertainment Program

Sep 24, 2020 4 minutes

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Howard University to Offer Criminal Justice Course for College Credit At No Cost to High School Students in Pilot Program of the National Education Equity Lab

Sep 24, 2020 5 minutes

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Craig Newmark Philanthropies Donates $2.5 million Gift in Support of Journalism Students

Sep 24, 2020 3 minutes

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Howard University Announces Trustee Laurence C. Morse as Opening Convocation Speaker on September 25

Sep 21, 2020 3 minutes

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Howard University To Host Five-Year Program to Increase Diversity in Economist Pipeline

Sep 21, 2020 5 minutes

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The Passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Sep 19, 2020 4 minutes

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Apple Music’s Rap Life Presents Exclusive Event Filmed at Howard University in Washington, DC

Sep 17, 2020 3 minutes

Student at Computer Workstation

*Accolades

Howard University Receives Top Award for Diversity and Retention in Computer Science

Sep 17, 2020 4 minutes

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Joint Statement of the Integrity of Vaccine Trials and the Inclusion of Black, Indigenous and People of Color

Sep 17, 2020 2 minutes

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HUAA President Charlie Lewis ('89) Announces Alumni Insights Call

Sep 16, 2020 2 minutes