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"A Different World" cast members Dawnn Lewis and Darryl Bell at Bowie State University on Oct. 17. The cast is touring historically Black colleges and universities across the country to encourage enrollment, raise scholarship funds and promote financial literacy. (Courtesy of Bowie State University via X)
Posted inLifestyle

‘A Different World’ Cast Visits Bowie State During HBCU Tour

by Richard D. Elliott October 23, 2024October 23, 2024

The cast of “A Different World” toured historically Black colleges and universities to encourage enrollment, raise scholarship funds, and promote financial literacy, and on Oct. 17, they launched their outreach efforts for this fall at Bowie State University.

Howard junior running back Eden James celebrates a touchdown during the university’s homecoming game against Tennessee State University on Oct. 19. Tennessee State defeated Howard 27-14. (Marcus Relacion/The Washington Informer)
Posted inSports

Howard University Celebrates Centennial Homecoming with Exciting Football Game

Avatar photo by Ed Hill October 23, 2024October 23, 2024
**FILE** Howard University’s 100th homecoming celebration continues through Oct. 20, exemplifying the institution’s cultural contributions and legacy, and highlighting the week of programming as a place for African Americans to reflect, collaborate and foster the next generation of Black leaders. (Abdullah Konte/The Washington Informer)
Posted inEducation

Howard Homecoming Creates Community, Celebrates Black Excellence, Fosters Next Generation of African American Leaders

Avatar photo by Jada Ingleton October 16, 2024October 16, 2024
Howard University graduates shout in excitement as each of their departments are officially bestowed their degrees during the 156th commencement convocation. (Ja’Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)
Posted inOpinion

DIGGS-BROWN: Look to College Rankings That Value HBCUs

by Barbara Diggs-Brown October 11, 2024October 11, 2024
**FILE** Howard University is marking its centennial homecoming celebration Oct. 13-19, with festivities and events that include a football game against Tennessee State University, the annual YardFest, and an appearance from Vice President Kamala Harris, the presidential nominee and one of the institution’s most famous alumni. (Abdullah Konte/The Washington Informer)
Posted inEducation

How to Stay Safe Amid Large Crowds, Public Safety Concerns at Howard’s 100th Homecoming

Avatar photo by Zsana Hoskins October 9, 2024October 9, 2024
Posted inFinancial Literacy

Game Plan and Wells Fargo Expand Sponsorship to Enrich Financial Education Curriculum

by Wells Fargo October 8, 2024October 9, 2024
Hampton University Pirates tackle a member of the Howard Bison football team on Sept. 21 during the Truth and Service Classic, often called the battle of “the real HU.” The Pirates defeated the Bison 27-20. (Abdullah Konte/The Washington Informer)
Posted inSports

Hampton Prevails Over Howard in the Battle for the Real HU

Avatar photo by Ed Hill September 23, 2024September 23, 2024
**FILE** Dr. Ben Vinson III, president of Howard University, is working to emphasize the university’s critical role in economic development in the Mid-Atlantic region. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)
Posted inCommunity

Howard University Celebrated as D.C. Economic Force

James Wright photo by James Wright Jr. September 18, 2024September 18, 2024
**FILE** The White House announced an additional $1.3 billion in federal investments for historically Black colleges and universities. (Ja'Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)
Posted inEducation

Biden-Harris Administration Commits Record $17 Billion to HBCUs, Driving Unprecedented Educational and Economic Impact

Stacey Brown photo by Stacy M. Brown September 17, 2024September 17, 2024
Picked to finish fifth in the CIAA under third-year coach Kyle Jackson, the Bowie State Bulldogs ended last season winning their last three games and are hoping to build on that momentum in the 2024 season. (Courtesy photo)
Posted inSports

Bowie State University Prepares to Build on Last Season’s Momentum

Avatar photo by Ed Hill September 4, 2024September 4, 2024

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