At Howard University, generosity fuels possibility. In this episode of The Journey, Interim President Wayne A. I. Frederick (B.S. ’92, M.D. ’94, MBA ’11) explores how philanthropy empowers our students, strengthens our academic mission, and helps shape the future of our historic

Howard University recently hosted a critical conversation with Congressional leaders on AI, tech innovation, and the future workforce. In partnership with the College of Engineering and Architecture, the discussion highlighted national and regional initiatives designed to expand

Atlas: “I was sitting across from Anthony Fauci in August of 2020, and he looked at me and said, ‘One of the biggest problems is the American public is not afraid enough.’ This was the task force… it’s a completely unethical way to do public health.”

Two founding MEAC programs. One historic arena. Howard returns to Cameron Indoor Stadium — the birthplace of MEAC basketball — to face North Carolina A&T on Dec. 9. Read More On The Dig: https://t.co/NnPrYd2KdL #howarduniversity

NBA All-Star and Everbowl partner Jayson Tatum stopped by The Punchout to check out the bowls he’s helping introduce to campuses and communities nationwide, giving our Bison more access to fresh, healthy options. Howard approved. 🔥💙

Spotlight on Howard’s storytellers. The inaugural Black Light Short Film Showcase brings our filmmakers across generations to the big screen at the historic Miracle Theatre. Innovation, legacy, and the next wave of Black cinematic vision, all in one place. 🎬✨ Read More On The

Phantom Blade Zero launches worldwide on September 9, 2026 on Steam, PlayStation, and the Epic Games Store. Join the journey and wishlist today to stay connected!

Artificial intelligence isn’t coming; it’s already here. The article examines the hype surrounding generative tools like ChatGPT and Midjourney, contrasting optimistic claims with cautionary perspectives that warn of “AI washing.” It reminds us that AI is embedded in daily life

Pulitzer Prize–winning columnist Colbert I. King reflects on his journey from Foggy Bottom to The Washington Post. At Howard University, he discovered his passion for writing in English 101, learned about Pan-Africanism and global politics, and met mentors who shaped his

Artificial intelligence is blurring the lines between human creativity and machine output. The story explores AI-generated songs, deepfake videos and digital art, raising ethical concerns about authenticity and consent. It also highlights artists like Refik Anadol, Mimi Onuoha

Howard University announced today there will be no increase to tuition and mandatory fees for the 2026–2027 academic year. This ensures our students and families can plan with confidence while we continue building the Howard experience that opens doors and accelerates dreams.

937 applications. 42 interviews. 80 days. That’s what it took one data scientist to land a job in 2025—and he’s one of the lucky ones. Meanwhile, 700+ tech workers are laid off daily. Applicant tracking systems, AI interviews, and a broken pipeline leave talent stranded.

Before film existed, Howard University students were staging plays that celebrated Black life. From early voice-training classes led by Coralie Franklin Cook to the Howard Players’ 1919 formation, the theater department became a catalyst for Black stories and a national movement.

Howard’s film program continues its 54-year legacy of centering Black perspectives. At the 2025 University Film & Video Association conference, professor Montre Aza Missouri and students presented research tracing the L.A. Rebellion, Black film aesthetics and the influence of

Technology is changing music and storytelling, but human intention remains key. Assistant professor Carolyn Malachi views platforms like YouTube and chatbots as “digital dojos” where musicians can learn, but she cautions against passive consumption. She spotlights violinist

Meet Howard University musical theatre major Kennedi Reece, who’s headed from the Yard to Hillman College as she stars in Netflix’s upcoming A Different World sequel. Her journey reminds us that when passion aligns with purpose, everything falls into place. Read More on The

They sell you $100 creams to hide your wrinkles & then pills for your fatigue. Big Pharma profits from masking the signs of aging, not solving the root cause. True vitality isn't topical; it's cellular. It starts with a molecule they ignore: NAD+. 1.… https://t.co/Uuuk5p7CMR

Grammy-nominated jazz vocalist Christie Dashiell and her father, bassist Carroll Dashiell Jr., both teach at Howard University. Initially hesitant to share a professional space, Christie now sees their collaboration as an opportunity to model family pride and professionalism for

Congratulations to Alexus Laster, a Howard University doctoral candidate, on receiving the prestigious AERA Minority Dissertation Fellowship! This competitive award includes a $25,000 stipend and travel funding to support her research on the Black student-parent experience at an

Howard University has long been home to transformative professors whose influence reaches far beyond campus. The article profiles philosopher Alain LeRoy Locke, the first African American Rhodes Scholar and architect of the Harlem Renaissance; bacteriologist Ruth Ella Moore, the

The Center of Excellence in Housing and Urban Research and Policy (CHURP) tackles housing inequality head-on. Students like Jasmine Fuller research the impacts of New York City’s homeless encampment sweeps and advocate for housing-first approaches over criminalization. CHURP’s

AI agents are moving from demos to teammates. Part I of our playbook covers the foundations: what an agent is, how it’s structured (objective, instructions, tools, content grounding), and how to spot high-impact use cases—so you can ship secure, reliable agents at scale.

Lights, camera, HBCU! During Howard’s 2025 HBCU First Look Film Festival, alum and festival founder Sheila Eldridge announced a groundbreaking partnership with Tubi to launch an “HBCU First Look” channel featuring 100 films by HBCU students and alumni. Premiering in February

Dean Dana A. Williams reveals the lesser-known story of Toni Morrison’s editorial career. In Toni at Random, she chronicles how Morrison mentored authors and insisted on authenticity instead of performing Blackness for white audiences. Williams draws parallels between nurturing

Howard’s literary excellence shines! At the 2025 Hurston/Wright Foundation Legacy Awards, Sarai Johnson (B.A. ’14) earned the Zora Award for Debut Fiction and a $20,000 prize for her novel Grown Women, exploring four generations of Black women and their journeys through