Beyond the Yard: Alumni and Donor Newsletter

February 2025 Issue

Explore the latest Alumni + Donor Newsletter to learn about the Alumni Leadership Academy cohort members, prepare for Charter Day 2025, learn about the Golden Classes Reunion, save the date for Howard's annual golf tournament in Atlanta, and more.

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Featured Stories

Hilltop Highlights

Save the date: 2025 Commencement

Join us on May 10 for Howard University’s 157th Commencement Ceremony. This historic event will celebrate the significant achievements the Class of 2025 has made during their time at the Mecca.

Golden Reunion Save the Date

Join us for the Golden Reunion from May 8 to May 11. This proud tradition celebrates the Class of 1975 and others, allowing alumni to reminisce and rekindle valuable relationships. To support fundraising efforts, please visit Donation · Howard University · GiveCampus. For more information, contact El Hadji D. Diagne: e_d_diagne@howard.edu.

Save the date: Howard University Day at Nationals Park

On April 7, the Washington Nationals welcome Howard alumni to see them play the Los Angeles Dodgers. Ticket information to come later.

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Alumni Spotlight

Giving

Donor Impact Report shows benefit of giving

The Donor Impact Report is a record of how your generosity benefits Howard and our wonderful students. Your gifts touch students who need a boost to participate in campus life or to get to graduation day.

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Swinging for excellence: Golf tournament in Atlanta

Howard University invites you to our annual golf tournament in Atlanta. Our goal? To endow $5 million for both the men’s and women’s golf programs, ensuring their growth and success for generations to come.

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Athletic Spotlight

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Howard Alumni Night: Honoring the legacy!

On February 8 at Burr Gymnasium, we celebrated the powerhouse women of Bison basketball during Alumni Day! It was more than a game— it was a night to connect, celebrate, and showcase Bison pride. We wore our Howard blue and white, brought our energy, and made it a night to remember!

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Join us in Norfolk for MEAC Tournament

Cheer on our men’s and women’s basketball teams during the 2024-2025 MEAC Tournament in the Norfolk Scope Arena, March 12-15. For game tickets, visit here. Information on hotels and other attractions in the Norfolk, Virginia, area, as you plan your trip to the MEAC can be found here.

Upcoming Events

February 2025

February 7 — Mental Health Day - Closed
February 8 — HU Women’s Basketball vs. North Carolina Central - Alumni Day
February 17 — HU Women’s Basketball vs. Maryland Eastern Shore- Senior night; Faculty/Staff Appreciation Day
February 20 — Presidents Day - Closed
February 28 — Charter Day Convocation

March 2025

March 1— Charter Day Dinner

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