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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

Howard University’s 18th President, Ben Vinson III, PhD

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Howard University to Celebrate 156th Opening Convocation with President Ben Vinson III as Keynote Speaker

Sep 12, 2023 2 minutes

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Howard University Expands Its Partnership with IEI:Lead to Increase Learning Opportunities for Aspiring School District Leaders

Sep 6, 2023 3 minutes

Student sits in front of computer at library

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Howard University Receives $3.5 Million to Endow Chair in Honor of Education Entrepreneur Sean McCleese

Sep 6, 2023 3 minutes

Photo of Dr. Roger Mitchell

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Renowned Howard University Pathologist Roger A. Mitchell Jr. to Promote ‘Death in Custody’ Book

Sep 1, 2023 3 minutes

Historic photo of Mary Church Terrell's house courtesy of National Park Service

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Howard University Leads Restoration of Historic LeDroit Park Home

Aug 30, 2023 4 minutes

Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts

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Howard University College of Fine Arts Hosts Chadwick A. Boseman Day

Aug 29, 2023 3 minutes

Students hold swag bags during CorpComm 2023 on the Howard University Yard

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Howard University Hosts CorpComm on the Yard

Aug 28, 2023 3 minutes

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Executive Lecture Series at Howard University School of Business Kicks Off with KPMG CEO

Aug 28, 2023 2 minutes

HUDOS Service Day

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More than 1,500 Howard University first-year students participate in Day of Service

Aug 18, 2023 4 minutes

DPS Chief of Police Marcus Lyles addresses students on the Yard

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Howard University Hosts Annual Safety Fair

Aug 18, 2023 3 minutes