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Diving In

Freshman Isaiah Swilley from Bourbonnais, Illinois, takes a practice dive at the Burr Gymnasium Pool. Howard is the only HBCU with a Division I swimming and diving team.

Features

Mariah Washington

Mariah Washington: Style and Substance

Mariah Washington, a business management major, is already building her business empire as the owner of two businesses: Celestial Hair & Co. and her hair styling company ItsMariahTheStylist.

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    The 17th Presidency: A Transformational Decade

    The Story of Howard University’s 17th Presidential Administration, led by Dr. Wayne A. I. Frederick

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    A Healthy Mind

    More Black women are starting to take charge of their mental health. Here’s why.

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    The Women Deans of Howard University

    In 2014, when Howard chose a new president, there was one woman dean. Today, there are 10. Here’s how they’re changing the University — and the paths for Howard students.

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    Hidden Figures, Made Visible

    In the United States, about 3% of physics doctorates are earned by women of color. But that’s changing – and Howard is working to be that change.

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    Changing the Career Game

    Black women continue to advance in a range of professions, despite systemic barriers.

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    The Mecca 2.0

    Howard University is innovating towards a learning environment that reflects the 21st century and beyond.