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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 Student Shares Personal Story on President Obama’s Instagram

Feb 21, 2019 3 minutes

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Howard Alumna Publishes Doctorate Research Examining Portrayals of Black Women, Black Love in Hollywood Films

Feb 21, 2019 3 minutes

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Howard University Announces 2019 Charter Day Award Recipients

Feb 15, 2019 7 minutes

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Microsoft and Howard Law Host Tech Law Summit, Encourage Diversity Of Legal Professionals In Tech Industry

Feb 14, 2019 3 minutes

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Howard Professor Named President of National Economic Association

Feb 14, 2019 2 minutes

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A #HowardLoveStory: Reminisce with Three Alumni Love Stories

Feb 14, 2019 5 minutes

Leelannee Malin

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Leelannee Malin, Ph.D. Becomes the First African American President of the Women in Sports and Events DC Chapter

Feb 12, 2019 3 minutes

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School of Education Faculty Member and Doctoral Student Shed Light on Importance of Maroons Through Book and Film

Feb 11, 2019 3 minutes

Students Listening to Presentation

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Howard University Launches “Second Year Experience: Mecca Made” to Increase Retention and On-time Graduation

Feb 11, 2019 4 minutes

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Howard University College of Medicine’s Johnothan Smileye to Serve as Chair of Student National Medical Association

Feb 11, 2019 3 minutes