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A new virtual gallery from Howard University called “In Great Company” honors a trailblazing artist. News4’s Aimee Cho reports.

Shining a light on HBCUs nationwide: That’s the goal of Howard University student Tahir Murray. He’s a third-generation entrepreneur who is studying for midterms while running the Legacy History Pride lifestyle brand that’s garnered the attention of major celebrities and Nike.

Vernon Jordan, a civil rights icon and adviser to former President Bill Clinton, died on Monday at the age of 85. Howard University President Dr. Wayne Frederick told News4’s Shawn Yancy Jordan was like a father to him.

Howard University and Estee Lauder are teaming up to level the playing field for women of color. News4’s Molette Green reports on how “She’s Howard. Own Your Power” will help young women.

It’s been almost a century since historian and scholar Carter G. Woodson created Negro History Week, which almost a half-century later was expanded to Black History Month. And like clockwork, every February, the same question comes up: Is Black History Month still relevant?

Howard University and Estee Lauder are teaming up to level the playing field for women of color. News4’s Molette Green reports on how “She’s Howard. Own Your Power” will help young women.

From gospel concerts to cultural tours, African-American organizations in D.C. are finding ways to celebrate Black History Month virtually as the coronavirus pandemic continues. The annual celebration began in 1926. In 1976, it became a month-long celebration. Howard University’s gospel choir is among the groups that have stepped onto the virtual stage to engage with audiences. Celebrating Black History month…

With COVID-19 putting an emphasis on frontline medical workers, more students are ready to put on a white coat themselves. Medical schools across the country report a spike in applications, especially from students of color.

More students — especially students of color — are applying to medical school since the COVID-19 pandemic began, universities report. News4’s Aimee Cho reports on the recent trend.

D.C. photographer Cheriss May’s work centers on politics and protest. From photographing first lady Jill Biden to covering the uprisings of 2020 to escaping violence at the Capitol, the Howard graduate and professor tells why she’s living in her purpose.

While enrollment at traditional universities is seeing a decline, enrollment has spiked at historically black colleges and universities across the country. Anthony Jones, Howard University’s assistant vice president of enrollment, said this HBCU movement is proving to be successful. “The world is becoming woke to what we’ve already known for a very long time, and that is that HBCU’s have...

HBCUs across the country are seeing an increase in enrollment. Bowie State Enrollment Manager Brian Clemmons says this is due to marketing and family history. Prince George’s County Bureau Chief Tracee Wilkins reports.

Kamala Harris’ goddaughter and Howard University alumna, Micah Ernst, had a front-row seat to witness her ‘Aunt Kamala’ make history.

“Unity is possible if there is mutual respect.” News4’s Pat Lawson Muse speaks with Rev. Dr. Yolanda Pierce, dean of Howard University’s School of Divinity on how the nation can move forward collectively in a post-Trump America.

Howard University associate professor of political science Dr. Michael K. Fauntroy discusses the challenges President Joe Biden faces to start his presidency.

Dr. Lopez Matthews Jr., Howard University’s librarian, spoke with News4’s Shawn Yancy with some key takeaways from an historic Inauguration Day.

She was a Howard University senior working toward a career in public service, mature thanks to her four years on campus and committed to strengthening the bond with her line sisters. She was none other than Vice President-elect Kamala Harris.

NBC4’s Shawn Yancy spoke to Kamala Harris’ Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority line sisters; they discuss attending Howard University in the 1980s, being initiated into sisterhood together and their line sister’s new historic role.

Howard University African-American Studies Chair Greg Carr questions why Wednesday’s rioters were so underestimated by authorities.