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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

photo on campus of Howard University architecture professor Nea Maloo

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Howard University Architecture Lecturer Nea Maloo Receives Prestigious Course Development Prize

Apr 19, 2022 3 minutes

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U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield and Director of the Thurgood Marshall Civil Rights Center Justin Hansford, Join Donna Brazile for Howard University King Lecture Series

Apr 18, 2022 3 minutes

Professor Justin Hansford

*Change Makers

Howard Law Professor Justin Hansford Brings Reparations and Racial Justice to the International Stage

Apr 18, 2022 4 minutes

*Research

Howard University Signs Partnership with U.S. Space Force

Apr 18, 2022 3 minutes

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5 Highlights from the Spring 2022 State of the University Address

Apr 14, 2022 3 minutes

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Howard University Announces 2022 Honorary Degree Recipients

Apr 14, 2022 6 minutes

HUH Exterior photo

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Howard University Hospital Revitalization Takes a Big Step Forward

Apr 14, 2022 4 minutes

Taraji P. Henson

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Howard University Alumna, Academy Award-Nominated Actress, Producer and Director Taraji P. Henson to Deliver Commencement Address to the Class of 2022

Apr 14, 2022 4 minutes

Howard University President Dr. Wayne A. I. Frederick

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Dr. Wayne A. I. Frederick to Retire as 17th President of Howard University by June 2024

Apr 13, 2022 6 minutes

Navy Fireside Chat

*Community

Howard University Recognizes Sexual Assault Awareness Month with HU Stands Campaign

Apr 12, 2022 6 minutes