Howard University.
university in Washington D.C.
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
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Rallies were held in Connecticut referencing 1960, and Richard Franks acquired a master's degree at Howard University.Some support1 report
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Charlie Puth hosted an event featuring Howard University graduates and USC students, integrating jazz with Jimmy Jam's influence.Some support1 report
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Howard University awarded Kwame Nkrumah an honorary doctorate on September 11, 2026.Some support1 report
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The Trump administration pursued restrictions on H-1B spouses.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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A march is underway at the Lincoln Memorial on August 28, 2026, led by MLK III and involving students from Howard University.Some support2 reports
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Shelby Brown was pursuing studies at Howard University as of August 17, 2026.Some support1 report
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Pamela Johnson earned her degree from Howard University on August 17, 2026.Some support1 report
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Burke holds a degree from Howard University.Some support1 report
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MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, MedStar Health, Howard University, and the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences formed a research partnership.Some support1 report
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Maryland offers expedited admissions and directs state aid to Howard University students.Well supported4 reports
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Nikiyah Clark, from Grand Rapids, faced enrollment issues at Howard University, including being unenrolled and later reinstated.Well supported6 reports
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Enrollment issues at Howard University are causing New York students to be unenrolled, while the interim president addresses the situation with CNN.Well supported18 reports1 development inside
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The alumni network of Howard University met in Abington on August 4, 2026.Some support1 report
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Kendi critiques political figures, including Donald Trump, in connection with Howard University.Some support1 report
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Forbes ranked Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), noting financial struggles.Some support2 reports
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Both Howard University and Colorado College are being sought by Sachs Foundation scholars.Some support1 report
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Reporter Alana Mastrangelo, associated with Breitbart News, referenced HBCUs like Howard University.Some support1 report
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Kamala Harris is involved in political scrutiny related to past experiences at Howard University.Well supported3 reports
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Howard University used the Associated Press on July 29, 2026, to communicate various institutional issues.Some support1 report
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A successful externship program is underway, bringing together students from Yale, the University of Alabama, and Howard University to strengthen Western New York's workforce.Some support1 report
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A study involving Howard University into housing patterns in the US is underway, with the research taking place in Loudoun County, Virginia.Some support1 report
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Students are contacting the bursar at Howard University to seek assistance with their enrollment matters.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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A student from Jackson traveled via Greyhound bus to attend classes at Howard University amidst ongoing enrollment issues, which were reported by ABC News.Some support1 report
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Hochul ordered the NY system to accept displaced students.Some support1 report
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Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., founded in 1911 at Howard University, is hosting its 85th Grand Conclave in Cincinnati.Some support2 reports
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UDC offers flexibility to students facing enrollment issues at Howard University.Well supported12 reports
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Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. was founded at Howard University.Some support1 report
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A student associated with Howard University is from Knoxville, Tennessee.Some support1 report
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Isabella Williams was affected by enrollment issues at Howard University.Well supported6 reports
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Gbadebo Odularu serves as a Pan-African Scientific Research Council Fellow and teaches international economics at Princeton and Howard.Some support1 report
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Denise Oliver-Velez, a prominent writer for Daily Kos, was born in Brooklyn and is influenced by Howard University's history.Some support1 report
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Jesse Jackson and Lauren E. Banks were recognized as notable HBCU alumni trailblazers who champion cultural institutions and HBCUs.Some support1 report
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Tony Brown's biography details his founding of the School of Communications at Howard University and his career connections to WTVS and PBS.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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William H. Bennett II earned degrees from Howard University and served at Concord Missionary Baptist Church in Dallas.Some support1 report
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Center for Collective Healing melds neuroscience and sociology, involving Howard University and Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.Some support1 report
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A conference was held in Sokoto featuring a keynote speaker from Howard University and former UNGA President Attahiru Jega.Some support1 report
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Aramark was selected to lead the reimagined campus dining experience at Howard University, which also involved hiring a university alumna for an executive director role.Some support1 report
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Allen High School and Howard University are involved in providing an educational foundation for future medical studies.Some support1 report
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A narrative draws parallels between the experience of Korean men in the US and founders' experiences at Howard University, rooted in Korean heritage.Some support2 reports
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Emancipator was housed within Howard University and affiliated with the Institute for Advanced Study on May 28, 2026.Some support1 report
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Around Howard University this week
News at the entities that move Howard University most-
MacKenzie Scott TransactionalMacKenzie Scott received 4% of Amazon stock in her divorce settlement and voiced concerns regarding Ring camera surveillance.Moves Howard University
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board StructuralA board has refused to debate divestment from Israel, while a university policy addresses international human rights issues.Moves Howard University
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Associated Press OperationalAP reports on ICE hiding detainees.Moves Howard University
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Maryland OperationalAcademic findings are informing legislative action within the Maryland General Assembly.Moves Howard University
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bursar StructuralAppointing a new Bursar at the University of Ibadan signals institutional confidence.Moves Howard University
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Nikole Hannah-Jones StructuralNikole Hannah-Jones published an essay in the New York Times on September 22, 2026.Moves Howard University
Connections
The 40 strongest of 329, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Wayne Frederick Structural
Wayne Frederick holds the formal role of interim president of Howard University.
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Associated Press Operational
Howard University utilizes Associated Press for institutional communication, and AP reports on the university's leadership and issues.
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New York Transactional
Operational issues at Howard University led to the unenrolling of New York students, prompting the state to intervene with alternative admissions and financial aid.
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Frederick Operational
Frederick holds the current leadership role of Interim President at Howard University.
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Nikole Hannah-Jones Structural
Nikole Hannah-Jones is employed by Howard University, which serves as her academic base.
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MacKenzie Scott Transactional
MacKenzie Scott has been donating significant funds, including $80 million, to Howard University.
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University of the District of Columbia Operational
Howard University's enrollment and admissions issues drive students to the University of the District of Columbia as a competitive alternative.
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Wayne A.I. Frederick Structural
Wayne A.I. Frederick serves as the interim president of Howard University, governing its policies.
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Motown Operational
Motown partners with Howard University to recruit talent and provide internship opportunities for students.
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Maryland Operational
Maryland actively supports Howard University through state interventions, such as expedited admissions and financial aid assistance.
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bursar Structural
The bursar functions as an integral administrative office within Howard University, assisting students with enrollment and financial matters.
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Russell Reynolds Associates Transactional
The relationship is defined by the firm's involvement in supporting the presidential candidate search process involving Howard University.
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The Institute for Advanced Study operates as a dependent unit, physically and administratively housed within the structure of Howard University.
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National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences Structural
A maintains a research partnership with B, which provides necessary funding and resources for A's academic work.
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Frederick Structural
Frederick serves as the interim president of Howard University, creating a functional dependency.
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Isabella Williams Structural
Isabella Williams is a student at Howard University and was affected by enrollment issues.
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Shelby Brown Structural
Shelby Brown is currently pursuing studies at Howard University.
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University at Buffalo Structural
The relationship is defined by a functional externship program where students from Howard University participate at University at Buffalo.
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Bowie State University Operational
The two educational institutions compete for the same market segment, specifically displaced students.
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Binghamton Structural
Howard University students utilize the admission pathways of SUNY schools located in the Binghamton area.
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Allen High School Structural
Howard University provides the educational foundation necessary for Allen High School's future medical studies.
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Josh Shapiro Operational
Josh Shapiro advocates for fast-tracking admissions for Howard University students.
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board Structural
The board functions as the governing body responsible for the administration and leadership of Howard University.
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Donald Trump Operational
Donald Trump's administration policies, such as H-1B restrictions, directly impact the operational environment of Howard University.
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Kathy Hochul Transactional
Hochul announced support for disenrolled Howard University students and offered expedited admissions.
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Jackson Shared context
The relationship is positional, as students from Jackson attended Howard University.
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Clark Atlanta University Mentioned together
Both institutions are discussed as HBCUs operating within a competitive landscape fostering entrepreneurship.
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Kamala Harris Mentioned together
Kamala Harris referenced Howard University as part of her educational background and political narrative regarding diversity.
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Forbes Transactional
Forbes published a list evaluating HBCUs, including Howard University, noting financial struggles and success rates.
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Abington Shared context
Howard University alumni hold events in the town of Abington.
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Ryan Quinn Shared context
The entities were co-mentioned in the context of a moderated discussion held at Howard University.
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Florida A&M University Operational
The two universities are actively competing with each other in performance metrics within the HBCU sector.
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MedStar Georgetown University Hospital Operational
Howard University and MedStar Georgetown University Hospital collaborate to advance science and patient care.
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Gbadebo Odularu Structural
Gbadebo Odularu is employed by Howard University, teaching international economics and econometrics.
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Kehbuma Langmia Transactional
Kehbuma Langmia is serving as a keynote speaker representing Howard University.
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Richard Franks Structural
Richard Franks is currently enrolled and acquiring a master's degree at Howard University.
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Barack Obama Mentioned together
Barack Obama referenced enrollment statistics related to university life.
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Lauren E. Banks Mentioned together
The entities are co-mentioned in a thematic context related to cultural institutions and HBCUs.
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Colorado College Mentioned together
Both institutions are noted as being sought by Sachs Foundation scholars.
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Hampton Mentioned together
Both entities were mentioned together as HBCU campuses in attendance at an event.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
6 events- Howard University's board is searching for a new president, with Frederick serving as interim president while Russell Reynolds supports the process.
- Both Morgan State University and Howard University are reporting dramatic enrollment growth.
- Rallies were held in Connecticut referencing 1960, and Richard Franks acquired a master's degree at Howard University.
- Charlie Puth hosted an event featuring Howard University graduates and USC students, integrating jazz with Jimmy Jam's influence.
- Howard University awarded Kwame Nkrumah an honorary doctorate on September 11, 2026.
- The Trump administration pursued restrictions on H-1B spouses.
August 2026
9 events- A march is underway at the Lincoln Memorial on August 28, 2026, led by MLK III and involving students from Howard University.
- Shelby Brown was pursuing studies at Howard University as of August 17, 2026.
- Pamela Johnson earned her degree from Howard University on August 17, 2026.
- Burke holds a degree from Howard University.
- MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, MedStar Health, Howard University, and the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences formed a research partnership.
- Nikiyah Clark, from Grand Rapids, faced enrollment issues at Howard University, including being unenrolled and later reinstated.
- The alumni network of Howard University met in Abington on August 4, 2026.
- Kendi critiques political figures, including Donald Trump, in connection with Howard University.
- Forbes ranked Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), noting financial struggles.
July 2026
19 events- Maryland offers expedited admissions and directs state aid to Howard University students.
- Enrollment issues at Howard University are causing New York students to be unenrolled, while the interim president addresses the situation with CNN.
- Both Howard University and Colorado College are being sought by Sachs Foundation scholars.
- Reporter Alana Mastrangelo, associated with Breitbart News, referenced HBCUs like Howard University.
- Kamala Harris is involved in political scrutiny related to past experiences at Howard University.
- Howard University used the Associated Press on July 29, 2026, to communicate various institutional issues.
- A successful externship program is underway, bringing together students from Yale, the University of Alabama, and Howard University to strengthen Western New York's workforce.
- A study involving Howard University into housing patterns in the US is underway, with the research taking place in Loudoun County, Virginia.
- Students are contacting the bursar at Howard University to seek assistance with their enrollment matters.
- A student from Jackson traveled via Greyhound bus to attend classes at Howard University amidst ongoing enrollment issues, which were reported by ABC News.
- Hochul ordered the NY system to accept displaced students.
- Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., founded in 1911 at Howard University, is hosting its 85th Grand Conclave in Cincinnati.
- UDC offers flexibility to students facing enrollment issues at Howard University.
- Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. was founded at Howard University.
- A student associated with Howard University is from Knoxville, Tennessee.
- Isabella Williams was affected by enrollment issues at Howard University.
- Gbadebo Odularu serves as a Pan-African Scientific Research Council Fellow and teaches international economics at Princeton and Howard.
- Denise Oliver-Velez, a prominent writer for Daily Kos, was born in Brooklyn and is influenced by Howard University's history.
- Jesse Jackson and Lauren E. Banks were recognized as notable HBCU alumni trailblazers who champion cultural institutions and HBCUs.
Show 1 earlier month
June 2026
8 events- Tony Brown's biography details his founding of the School of Communications at Howard University and his career connections to WTVS and PBS.
- William H. Bennett II earned degrees from Howard University and served at Concord Missionary Baptist Church in Dallas.
- Center for Collective Healing melds neuroscience and sociology, involving Howard University and Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
- A conference was held in Sokoto featuring a keynote speaker from Howard University and former UNGA President Attahiru Jega.
- Aramark was selected to lead the reimagined campus dining experience at Howard University, which also involved hiring a university alumna for an executive director role.
- Allen High School and Howard University are involved in providing an educational foundation for future medical studies.
- A narrative draws parallels between the experience of Korean men in the US and founders' experiences at Howard University, rooted in Korean heritage.
- Emancipator was housed within Howard University and affiliated with the Institute for Advanced Study on May 28, 2026.