Howard University

Howard University is a private, historically black, federally chartered research university in Washington, D.C., United States. It is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity" and accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Established in 1867, Howard is a nonsectarian institution located in the Shaw neighborhood. It offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees in more than 120 programs.

Quotes

• Vice President Kamala Harris, who called and congratulated President-elect Donald Trump on his victory in the 2024 presidential election, is expected to make a speech Wednesday afternoon from Howard University in Washington, D.C. The Democratic presidential nominee will deliver the speech at 4 p.m. ET, the White House confirmed.
  • When will Kamala Harris deliver concession speech? Time, what we know (Nov 6, 2024)

• Although Howard University has always been open to students of any race, colour, or creed, it was founded with a special obligation to provide advanced studies for Blacks.
  • Howard University