Charter Day Convocation
Charter Day Convocation commemorates the signing of the federal charter on March 2, 1867, by President Andrew Johnson establishing Howard as a University. Join us for Howard University's 157th anniversary on Friday, March 1, 2024.
The Live Stream begins at 11 A.M. EST.
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Our community of more than 12,000 undergraduate, graduate and professional students represents 53 states and territories, and 53 nations.
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Sep 1, 2023
Renowned Howard University Pathologist Roger A. Mitchell Jr. to Promote ‘Death in Custody’ Book
"Death in Custody" outlines a practical, achievable system for accurately recording and investigating deaths in custody.
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Mar 1, 2024
Howard University Orator Michael R. Winston Calls for Surge of Ambition During Charter Day Convocation
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Queer Black Presence, Prosperity and Performance: Alumni Relations Hosts Panel Discussion on the State of Queer Life at Howard as Musical "Sonnets & Soul" Premieres
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Howard University Awarded Nearly $1 Million for HIV Prevention Among Black Cisgender and Transgender Women
Howard is a very culturally rich and diverse University and our students not only come from all over the country, but all over the world. However, even through that diversity, there is an undeniable culture that grounds us and connects us, showing us that while we may all be different, that is where our strength lies.”
Madison Star Brim, Alumna, Class of 2019
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