Beyond the Yard: Alumni and Donor Newsletter

February 2026 Issue

Explore the latest Alumni + Donor Newsletter to see the latest alumni highlights, learn how to register for Charter Day, find out the tuition freeze, and more.

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This Issue’s Features

Hilltop Highlights

Alternative Spring Break marks 32 years

Each year, ASB participants travel to different cities across the country, empowering communities. The program, begun in 1994, allows students to forgo their vacation in exchange for community service. ASB is scheduled for March 8-14. To help ensure that Howard’s impact reaches underrepresented communities across the country, donate here.

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Choose Bold. Choose Howard.

The next generation of leaders is making their decision now. Completed Regular Decision applications are due February 15. If you know a student ready to be challenged, supported and shaped by legacy and purpose, encourage them to apply boldly to Howard University. Apply here.

Alumni Spotlight

Giving

Golden Reunion Weekend is a tribute to legacy

Welcome alumni back to The Yard May 7–10 to recognize excellence and lifelong connection, celebrating bonds across years and decades. This beloved tradition honors the Classes of 1976, 1971, 1966 and 1961.

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Join Bison Express Athletic Fund

Howard’s outstanding athletes do better with alumni support. A donation to the Bison Express Athletic Fund boosts our NCAA Division 1 student-athletes, cheerleaders and band members. Learn how you can participate here: Bison Express Athletic Fund. Please donate here: Bison Express.

Athletic Spotlight

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Athletics 7-Day Campaign launches soon

With hundreds of student athletes competing in nearly 20 sports, Howard has secured countless awards from repeated national championships and MVPs to athletes and coaches of the year. Support our amazing teams in the first-ever Athletics 7-Day Campaign in September. Prepare now for your opportunity to support our student athletes.

Spring game set for April 18

The annual Blue-White Game is set for April as our Bison football team prepares to showcase their talent prior to the fall season. New head coach Ted White along with offensive and defensive teams provide a sneak peek into an exciting season ahead for the two-time MEAC champions.

Upcoming Events

February

February 14 — Maryland Eastern Shore vs. Howard, Women’s Basketball, Burr Gymnasium

February 21 — North Carolina Central vs. Howard, Women’s Basketball, Burr Gymnasium

February 22–23 — MEAC Indoor Track & Field Championship, Virginia Beach, Virginia

March

March 6 — Charter Day Convocation, Cramton Auditorium

March 7 — Charter Day Dinner, Marriott Marquis Washington DC

March 7–15 — Spring Recess, UNIVERSITY CLOSED

March 7–15 — Alternative Spring Break

March 11–14 — MEAC Basketball Tournament, Men’s and Women’s Basketball, Norfolk, Virginia

March 14 — Alumni Event for MEAC Basketball Tournament

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