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Appointment of Faculty Ombudsperson
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.
FALL 2024 UPDATES
We are excited to welcome our returning students, who continue to excel as they progress towards graduation. Our 2,700 new freshmen and nearly 1,500 new transfer, graduate, and professional students who have now joined our vibrant Bison community. As we embark on this academic year, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to our faculty, staff and students for exhibiting excellence in truth and service. Read about BisonHub and infrastructure improvements.
Revised Title IX Guidelines
Howard University is committed to ensuring compliance with federal laws that prohibit sex discrimination as well as applicable state and local laws that prohibit sex and gender-based discrimination, including sexual misconduct such as sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking. Regulations regarding these matters have been updated recently are applicable to all members of the University community. Click here for Howard University's Title IX website.
New Presidential Strategic Initiatives Focused on Faculty Research and Enhancement of Research Infrastructure
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
New General Education Framework
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.
New Center for Applied Data Science & Analytics
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