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Dr. Bruce Jones, Senior Vice President for Research at Howard University, and I had the pleasure of meeting with Dr. Paul Kearns, Director of Argonne National Laboratory, and Dr. Sean Jones, Deputy Director of Argonne National Laboratory.

For more information about the R1 designation and research at Howard, 🔗 thedig.howard.edu/all-stories/...

This is more than a simple accomplishment—Howard is redefining research and reimagining innovation. Join us in celebrating this extraordinary moment in Howard’s history as we continue to influence the future of research, innovation, and impact. The Mecca continues to lead the way!

This milestone is especially groundbreaking as Howard University is the only HBCU with the R1 designation—known as the highest research activity classification among U.S. colleges and universities.

Please join us in celebrating! Earlier today, the American Council on Education officially conferred Howard with the prestigious Research One (R1) Carnegie Classification, solidifying its place as a powerhouse of innovation and discovery.

Alumnus Christopher J. Tyson: Christopher Tyson’s Fight for Equitable Communities in his role at the National Community Stabilization Trust, Tyson spearheads initiatives to promote affordable homeownership and advance racial equity.

Read more about Tyson's work at NCST and how his time at Howard sparked his passion for public service on The Dig thedig.howard.edu/all-stories/...

Board Trustee Christopher J. Tyson (B. Arch.’98) credits Howard University for shaping his commitment to public service, a value that drives his leadership at the National Community Stabilization Trust.

Tyson is honored this year with the Alumni Award for Distinguished Postgraduate Achievement.

Tonight, we watch the 67th Grammy Awards in hopes that this Bison will take home the trophy 🏆

Howard University lecturer and alumna Christian Dashiell has been nominated for “Best Jazz Vocal Album” for her sophomore album, “Journey in Black.”
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Howard University Hosts National Convening to Advance Equity and Excellence in STEM Education Howard University President Ben Vinson III emphasized that undergraduate education must prepare students for a rapidly evolving, technology-driven world.

Howard University hosted a pivotal gathering of senior higher education leaders to discuss recommendations from a ground-breaking report aimed at transforming teaching practices across U.S. universities.

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Announcing the 2025 recipients of the HU Alumni Award for Distinguished Postgraduate Achievement:

In the field of:
-Medicine: Nelson Leon Adams, MD
-Fine Arts: Cheryl “Sunny” Denise Sumter
-Law: Donald Thigpen, Jr., Esq.
-Law and Servant Leadership: Christopher Tyson, JD

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Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. not only made his mark on the world and generations to come, but he also left a legacy at Howard University.

Read more about Dr. King’s legacy at Howard on The Dig :

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Breaking : Civil rights leader Marcus Garvey has been posthumously pardoned, thanks in part to Howard University School of Law professors and students.

For 15 years, Prof. Justin Hansford worked with Garvey’s son to secure this historic acknowledgment.

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MUST SEE HOWARD MOMENT: This morning on “Today with Jenna & Friends”, Howard Theatre Arts major Trinity Garrison was awarded the prestigious Dr. Andrew Allen Sr. Memorial Scholarship by iconic HU alumni Taraji P. Henson and Phylicia Rashad.

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