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On Saturday, December 9, 2023, from 1:00 – 4:00 pm, the Howard University Swim Team will be making history. They are teaming up with Warner Bros. Company to host a groundbreaking event that combines entertainment and sports. This event serves as a precursor to the highly anticipated release of Aquaman And The Lost Kingdom on […]

Howard University is moving forward with an Urban Research and Policy initiative which is planned to line up nearly $15.5 million to fund scholarships and research opportunities for current students and prospective students, per a report by the Washington Business Journal. Howard University’s Center of Excellence in Housing and Urban Research and Policy (CHURP) initiative […]

New Howard University president Dr. Ben Vinson II has ambitious plans for the institution. He spoke with NBC Washington about his vision for the institution earlier this month prior to his inauguration. Vinson spoke about how it feels leading Howard University, saying, “There are so many legends that have worked here at Howard University, that […]

Recently, Howard University hosted a symposium entitled, “We Center Blackness: Howard, Diversity, and Diaspora” featuring expert speakers from fields such as law, medicine, history, and politics, per a release by Howard-based publication The Dig. The symposium, held in Founders Library, acted as a way to welcome and introduce the university’s new president, Ben Vinson III, […]

Howard University sophomore Immanuel Martin is aiming to bridge the wide gap between his community and local police, per a report by DC News Now. A resident and native of Prince George’s County Maryland, Martin spent this past summer as an intern for his local police department. During his time interning, he shadowed every aspect […]

Howard University alumni Nagea Kirkley (B.A. ‘23) and William Reed (B.A. ‘21), were recently awarded the prestigious Fulbright U.S. Student Program awards for the 2023–2024 school year, per a statement by the university. Kirleky graduated from the university as an international affairs and community development double major French studies minor in the spring of 2023. […]

Alumni and students filled hundreds of seats in Howard Univeristy’s Burr Gymnasium to watch Greek organizations and campus step teams compete for a cash prize in the annual Homecoming Step Show. This year’s homecoming theme was “Revival”, the university stated, “This year’s theme, “Revival” signifies the time to recapture the enthusiasm of the past, rekindle […]

Howard University kicked off the eventful weekend with its annual Yardfest concert that featured . Set up for the event begins early on in the week where vendors set up tents, food trucks, signs, and the large center stage where headliners perform.  Students and alumni field onto the yard starting early on Friday morning trying […]

Howard University’s annual tailgate went from an enjoyable reunion-style day party to a quickly turned dangerous affair. The university’s website describes the event as a “time to recapture the enthusiasm of the past, rekindle our flames of school pride, and reconnect with the stories and memories that make Howard special.”  On Saturday, October 14, alumni […]

“The Burial,” which was recently released October 6 on Prime Video, has been generating significant buzz among film enthusiasts. Starring Oscar winners Tommy Lee Jones and Jamie Foxx, this highly anticipated movie has already garnered acclaim from film critics nationwide. Set in the mid-1990s, the story revolves around Willie E. Gary, a non-traditional lawyer portrayed […]

For the first time in 30 years, The Howard Swim Team, the only HBCU swim team in the country, made history by receiving championship rings at the Northeastern Conference earlier this month. The swim team’s recent championship is the first in 30 years. This remarkable achievement marked a significant milestone for the team and showcased […]

In an exclusive interview with Essence, Yara Shahidi shared insights into her transformative college experience at Harvard. The talented 23-year-old actress graduated in 2022 with a Bachelor’s degree in African-American studies from this esteemed Ivy League institution. When asked why attending college was important to her in terms of building a foundation for her career […]

Universal Music Group’s Task Force for Meaningful Change is partnering with HBCU medical schools to expand black participation in the medical field per a statement obtained by HBCU Pulse. The Task Force for Meaningful Change is an organization of Universal Music Group that is a “driving force for equality and social justice. TFMC works to […]

Howard University is known for producing notable black alumni since its founding in 1867. These alumni are celebrated for their historic accomplishments and tremendous skills in their fields of endeavor. Here is a brief list of five celebrity alumni of Howard University that showcase the institution’s core values of excellence, leadership, service, and truth. Kamala […]