Events
While this year’s Homecoming was virtual due to the coronavirus pandemic, now is an optimal time for us to unify our spirits around our collective goals of social justice, inclusivity and equity for all.
The week of festivities began with a virtual version of the annual Howard University Day of Service on Saturday, October 10, a continuation of the volunteer spirit connecting Bison to their communities. From emphasizing service, we segued into a day of praise, featuring Howard’s legendary “Call to Chapel” on Sunday, October 11. The centerpiece of Homecoming was an expanded version of the HU Ideas Symposium, which featured a virtual national conference titled “From Protest to Policy: The Pursuit of Racial Justice,” held October 14-16. On Friday, October 16, President Frederick presented the State of the University Address and provided updates on the progress of Howard’s exciting strategic plan.
Past Events
Day of Service | Virtual event hosted by the Office of the Dean of the Chapel in partnership with the Office of Student Affairs | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM October 10, 2020
Call To Chapel | Rankin Chapel YouTube | 11:00 AM October 11, 2020
Howard University Staff Organization Hump Day Happy Hour | Virtual event hosted by the Howard University Staff Organization | 4:00 PM October 14, 2020
HU Ideas Symposium Presents: "From Protest to Policy: The Pursuit of Racial Justice," A Virtual National Conference, Day 1 | Zoom sessions hosted by the Office of the Provost | 10:00 AM - 3:45 PM October 14, 2020
HU Ideas Symposium Presents: "From Protest to Policy: The Pursuit of Racial Justice," A Virtual National Conference, Day 2 | Zoom sessions hosted by the Office of the Provost | 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM October 15, 2020
Sixth Annual LGBTA Renaissance Reception | Zoom event | 7:00 PM Oct 15, 2020
HU Ideas Symposium Presents: "From Protest to Policy: The Pursuit of Racial Justice," A Virtual National Conference, Day 3 | Zoom sessions hosted by the Office of the Provost | 11:30 AM - 2:15 PM October 16, 2020
A Tribute to Howard University’s Own Chadwick Boseman | Virtual event hosted by WHUR | 7:00 PM October 16, 2020
RAP LIFE LIVE Concert | Apple Music event | 8:00 PM October 16, 2020
HUR @ Homecoming | Virtual event hosted by WHUR | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM October 17, 2020
The Yardfest: Virtual Edition | Virtual event | 7:00 PM October 17, 2020
Call to Chapel | Rankin Chapel Youtube | 11:00 AM October 18, 2020
Gospel Concert | Virtual event hosted by the Office of the Dean of the Chapel | 7:00 PM October 18, 2020