Amber D. Dodd

The Young Black Voices in America’s Election

This presidential election, 36% of Black 18–24-year-olds are enrolled in college and eligible to vote, the typical age of an undergraduate student. What do they care about, and what do they need to know?

The Young Black Voices in America’s Election

This presidential election, 36% of Black 18–24-year-olds are enrolled in college and eligible to vote, the typical age of an undergraduate student. What do they care about, and what do they need to know?
Howard University Celebrates 156th Commencement

The Class of 2024 is the largest group of graduates in the University’s history.
A Doctoral Student’s Research on Saving Black Women Teachers

Jamela Joseph’s American K-12 Parasitic Syndrome research finds that Black teachers are at greater risks of harm in American’s eroding education system.
Eric Roberson: The Jazz Man

The New Jersey alumnus, who credits The Mecca as where his musicianship took root, lies comfortably in the hearts of many jazz and neo-soul lovers. It wasn’t easy getting there, he says.
Celebrating the Majesty of The Mecca at the 100th Charter Day Dinner

Howard University community alumni and guests attended the centennial charter day celebration which serves as the University’s largest fundraising event for scholarships. Two alumni receive postgraduate achievement awards.
A Centennial of Writers: The Hilltop Celebrates 100 Years of Storytelling

The Hilltop, the oldest Black collegiate paper in America, will celebrate 100 years of publication on January 22, 2024. The entity, founded by Zora Neale Hurston and Louis E. King, continues to serve as the voice and record keeper of Howard University.
Constructing a Family Legacy and an Industry’s Future

Deryl McKissack is bringing equity and inclusion for Black talent to her historically underrepresented industry.
Creating Second Chances for Incarcerated Women and Girls

As an organization that focuses solely on the needs of women and girls, especially those who have experienced incarceration, the Thurman Perry Foundation aims to prioritize, dignify and compensate those formerly incarcerated as a sensitive population.
The Power of Words

Comms specialist Robin V. Harris cuts through the noise to establish impactful stories.
Hip-Hop+Howard

Hip-hop is more than just a genre of music. It’s a way of life.