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ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTURE

Kimberly L. Jones, Ph.D., is the new dean of the Howard University College of Engineering and Architecture. She has previously served as the associate provost for Faculty Affairs and as a professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Howard University. She holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Howard University, a M.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Illinois and a Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering from The Johns Hopkins University. She is a Fellow of the Association of Environmental Science and Engineering Professors (AEESP), a board-certified environmental engineer member, and a member of the International Women’s Forum. Her research interests include water and wastewater quality, environmental policy, membrane separations, global water treatment, environmental justice, risk evaluation and environmental nanotechnology. More about Dr. Jones.

COMMUNICATIONS

Howard alumna Kimberly R. Moffitt, Ph.D., has been appointed as dean of the Cathy Hughes School of Communications (CHSOC), effective August 1, 2025. Dr. Moffitt joins Howard University from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), where she has served in various roles, including dean of the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences and professor of Language, Literacy, and Culture. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in political science and government from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNCC), a Master of Arts in communication from Boston University, and a Doctor of Philosophy in mass communication and media studies from Howard University. More about Dr. Moffitt.

FINE ARTS

Raquel Monroe, Ph.D. has been appointed dean of the Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts effective August 4, 2025. In this role, she will oversee academic, performance, and research programming for visual arts and design, music, and theater arts. An award-winning academic and cultural leader, she currently serves as a full professor and associate dean of graduate education and academic affairs in the University of Texas at Austin’s College of Fine Arts. More about Dr. Monroe.

NURSING & ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES

Felicia Banks, Ph.D. has been appointed to serve as the interim dean of the College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences, Dr. Banks earned her PhD in Adult Learning and Human Resources from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech); MEd in Special Education, Curriculum and Instruction, and BS degree in Occupational Therapy from Howard University. She is a registered and license occupational therapist with specialization in adult physical disabilities, neurodevelopmental treatment, acute care, and health disparities. She is also a graduate of the Association for the Schools of Allied Health Professions Allied Health Collation Leadership Program, and is the former Chief Editor of the Journal of the National Society of Allied Heath. Dr. Banks has extensive experience in the area of curriculum development, accreditation, leadership, diversity, and global health initiatives. She has received over 2 million dollars in HRSA funding and is the recipient of the Roster of Fellows (FAOTA) from the American Occupational Therapy Association. More about Dr. Banks.

The Center of Applied Data Science and Analytics (CADSA) was founded to coordinate and facilitate interdisciplinary programs in data science and data analytics; collaborate with other institutes and centers on the campus; expand and coordinate research funding; and develop research and educational linkages that will include internship and placement programs with sponsoring corporations and government agencies. CADSA is offering a new online M.S. in Data Science and Analytics.

Learn more about CADSA

President Vinson has unveiled several forthcoming initiatives in collaboration with Provost Anthony Wutoh that will be framed around supporting faculty research activities and prioritizing an enhanced research infrastructure. The initiative includes seed grant opportunities to support faculty research and professional development. The first round of funding, in the amount of $1 million, will be allocated to support following categories of initiatives:

- HU Research Chairs
- Faculty Travel Grant (FTG)
- Research Microgrants and Book Supplements
- Instructional (Course) Release

Read more here.

The University has launched a new General Education framework that is anchored by seven Essential Learning Outcomes (ELOs) that every undergraduate student should achieve before earning a degree at Howard University:

1. Knowledge of U.S. and Global African Diasporic Developments
2. Knowledge of Human Cultures and Creative Expression
3. Knowledge of the Physical and Natural World
4. Intellectual and Practical Skills
5. Social Responsibility and Knowledge of Political Institutions
6. Leadership and Applied Learning
7. Comprehensive Wellness Practices

We have adopted the new requirements for freshman and transfer students for the 2023-2024 academic year. The implementation of the revised General Education Program coincides with the deployment of our new student information system, BisonHub, which will facilitate an enhanced registration process and efficient business processes. The new General Education Program framework will offer greater flexibility to students, improve the advising process, and enhance the overall undergraduate experience.

Read more about the University's new General Education Framework here.

Kevin Linder, J.D., MSW, has been appointed as the University's faculty ombudsperson.  Previously, Linder was the associate ombuds and certified mediator for the Denver Colorado Public Schools. Linder holds the Bachelor of Arts from Princeton University, a Juris Doctor from Washington University, and a Master of Social Work from the University of Georgia. His professional career spans more than 25 years as an attorney and social worker.