historically black colleges and universities Archives - Page 4 of 68 - The Washington Informer

**FILE** Courtesy of Howard University

Howard University Named Among Top ‘Opportunity Colleges’ by ACE, Carnegie

by WI Web Staff April 25, 2025April 25, 2025

**FILE** After five seasons at Howard University, Destiny Howell is transferring to the University of Wisconsin, where she hopes to continue to grow as an athlete. While she is excited about the new opportunity, she says she will take the lessons she has learned at Howard with her to Wisconsin and throughout life. (Jonae Guest/The Washington Informer)

Destiny Howell Is Transferring to Wisconsin But She Won’t Forget Howard

by Joshua Heron April 22, 2025April 22, 2025

EDITORIAL: HBCUs are Needed Now More Than Ever

by WI Editorial Staff April 16, 2025April 16, 2025

**FILE** Football programs at historically Black colleges and universities, such as Howard University and Norfolk State University, are experiencing a wave of excitement as spring training kicks off. (WI photo)

Major Excitement Around HBCU Football Programs, Former Standouts Turned Coaches

by Skylar Nelson April 2, 2025April 2, 2025

March Madness and the men’s and women’s National Invitational Tournaments allow for post-season college basketball. Many local teams, including University of Maryland men’s and women’s basketball teams, are vying to win big in the national competitions. (Jonae Guest/The Washington Informer)

Local Teams Gear Up for March Madness

by Ed Hill March 19, 2025March 19, 2025

Members of Howard University women’s basketball team pose with April D. Taylor (center), CEO of The SVE Firm, and head coach Ty Grace (far right) at the "100 Women for Howard: A Legacy in Motion" brunch reception on March 6. Team players include (from left) Vannesa Blake, Ty Walker, Sa&’lah Hemmingway, Destiny Howell and Saniyah King. (Jonae Guest/The Washington Informer)

Howard University Women’s Basketball Unveils Groundbreaking ‘100 Women For Howard: A Legacy In Motion’ NIL Initiative

by Skylar Nelson March 19, 2025March 19, 2025

Howard guard Saniyah King was named the 2025 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Rookie of the Year on Tuesday after averaging 12 points and 4.7 assists per game during the regular season. (Courtesy of Howard University Athletics)

Saniyah King’s Desire for a MEAC Title is Rooted in Passion and Purpose

by Joshua Heron March 12, 2025March 14, 2025

Anthony Anderson, recipient of the 2025 UNCF President’s Award, speaks about his journey in academia and philanthropy and the importance of giving back at the UNCF “A Mind is…” Gala on March 6, held at The Westin in downtown D.C. (Jacques Benovil/The Washington Informer)

UNCF ‘A Mind Is…’ Gala Emphasizes Critical Value of Supporting HBCUs

by Micha Green March 7, 2025March 7, 2025

Virginia State men's basketball team is the 2025 victor of the men's basketball CIAA championship, defeating Bluefield State 71-64. (Courtesy of CIAA)

Virginia State Men, Fayetteville State Women Capture CIAA Crowns

by Ed Hill March 4, 2025March 4, 2025

The Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley presents a check to Dr. Forrest E. Harris, president of American Baptist College on Sunday, Feb. 9. (Courtesy photo)

Faith

The Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley Touts Value of HBCUs

by Hamil R. Harris February 18, 2025February 18, 2025

We'll send a verification code to %EMAIL%.