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01:36

Howard University Students Protest Housing Conditions

They are protesting poor housing conditions on the campus, including moldy buildings and vermin in the dorms.
10/25/2021
01:53

Chris Brown's Legal Drama: What Next?

After a weekend in the slammer, Chris Brown's charges have been reduced. But his legal troubles are far from over.
10/30/2013
02:37

Giving Back Is the New Black

Community leaders gather at Howard University to discuss the importance of mentorship and philanthropy.
10/17/2014
02:43

How Corey Arvinger Got Back Into Howard University

Panelists talk about financial aid crises at HBCUs, the importance of giving back and why we must preserve our Black colleges.
10/23/2014
02:45

Elle Varner: 'The Cost of Education Is So High'

Howard University student Corey Arvinger tells BET News correspondent Marc Lamont Hill and panelists how he found out his college loan had been denied.
10/23/2014
03:02

Howard Students on Ferguson: 'We Couldn't Keep Watching and Not Do Something'

Marc Lamont Hill goes to the historically Black college to find out how millennials are taking charge in the movement for justice.
11/19/2014
02:36

How Social Media Activism Has Impacted Ferguson

Howard students talk about their 'Hands Up, Don't Shoot' photo that went viral and why students should do more than tweet about social justice.
11/19/2014
00:42

The Moment That Turned Into a Movement

Howard University's Alpha Kappa Alpha chapter president reminds us that there's still work to be done in Ferguson and around the nation.
11/19/2014
00:51

Students Are Leading the Way for Change

Howard University student association president says he and his classmates are taking a stand against injustice.
11/19/2014
02:40

Why Are Blacks Put on Trial After They Are Killed by Police?

Howard students explore how the media talk about victims of violence.
11/19/2014
03:10

Leighton Watson: 'We're Tired of Police Getting Away With Murder'

What's at Stake ambassadors attend the Justice for All march in Washington, D.C.
12/31/2014
01:08

Ambassador of the Week: Corey Arvinger

Meet the passionate activist who used social media to help pay for his tuition at Howard University.
02/09/2015
01:08

Ambassador of the Week: Leighton Watson

Howard University senior is a vocal future leader who is outgoing and passionate about social justice.
02/24/2015
01:12

Ambassador of the Week: Allyson Carpenter

Howard University student leads by example at her school and in her community.
05/05/2015
02:01

Michelle Obama Shares College Tips During Surprise Visit to Howard University

The First Lady joined Seth Meyers and Nick Cannon for a Q/A session with freshmen students at Howard University.
09/02/2016
00:51

Howard University And Other HBCUs Offer COVID-19 Testing

HBCUs are stepping up after the coronavirus pandemic has had a devastating impact on Black communities across the country.
05/22/2020
01:22

Phylicia Rashad Named Dean At Howard University's College Of Fine Arts

The award-winning actress and director said she looks forward to returning to her alma mater. 
05/14/2021
01:03

Chadwick Boseman Masterclass Headed To Howard University

The award-winning actor pitched the class to the university before his death.
06/02/2021
01:29

Phylicia Rashad Tweet on Bill Cosby Release Disavowed by Howard University

The school appointed Rashad dean of Howard's College of Fine Arts in May.
07/02/2021
01:21

Nikole Hannah-Jones Rejects UNC Tenured Position To Join Howard University

The Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist announced that she’d be taking her teaching talents to an HBCU.
07/07/2021
01:18

Howard University And Netflix Establish $5.4 Million Chadwick Boseman Scholarship

The HBCU renamed their College of Fine Arts after the late actor before partnering with the streaming giant to launch a scholarship to support dramatic arts students.
10/06/2021
01:25

Howard University President Says Occupation Protest At Student Center "Must End"

Dozens of students are camped outside the Blackburn University Center to protest unsanitary housing conditions and other issues.
10/29/2021
01:19

Keshia Knight Pulliam To Teach At Clark Atlanta University

The actress, a graduate of Spelman College, will teach an entrepreneurship course with CAU's Mass Media Arts department.
10/29/2021
01:13

Nine HBCUs, Including Howard And Jackson State, Receive Death Threats For The Second Day In A Row

In a statement to BET.com, the FBI said it is monitoring the threats as they have forced class disruptions at some and cancellations at others.
02/01/2022
01:08

Howard University Fraternity, Sorority On-Campus Sites Defaced With Spray Paint

"The individuals responsible for these acts will be dealt with accordingly," Howard said in a statement provided to The Hilltop.
04/15/2022
01:18

Anthony Anderson Graduates From The Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts At Howard University

"Words can't begin to describe the emotional roller coaster I'm on right now. It's literally been 30 years in the making," the actor wrote on Instagram.
05/10/2022
01:02

Common Celebrates His Daughter Graduating Howard University Law School In THREE Years!

"There are no words to describe how proud I am," the Chicago native penned on Instagram.
05/11/2022
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06:25

Taraji P. Henson's Best Host Moments

Beyond serving style with every look, BET Awards 2022 host Taraji P. Henson spotlighted Black excellence, got real about social issues and handled the unexpected with grace and humor.
07/08/2022
02:33

BET Current: Howard Faces Leadership Shake-Up, Kobe Biopic Announced, and Michelle Obama Gets Candid

Howard searches for a new president, Warner Bros. develops a Kobe Bryant draft-day film, and Michelle Obama opens up about parenting.
08/26/2025
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