Variety Howard Alumni Found Coffee Shop Inspired by The Hilltop Hilltop Coffee & Tea, founded by Howard alums, seeks to serve the rich legacy of Howard through coffee and community. Jori JohnsonFebruary 17, 2026
SPORTS Howard Bison Bounce Back in Big Win Over Maryland Eastern Shore Howard’s 79-68 victory over UMES came on the back of a defensively-fueled second-half surge. Sean MitchellFebruary 17, 2026
NEWS U.S. Launches Critical Minerals Coalition at 54-Nation Summit The Trump administration signs 11 bilateral agreements and cites $30 billion in financing to diversify critical supply chains Risav GangulyFebruary 17, 2026
SPORTS Bison in the Water — Howard Swim Teams Close the Season at NEC Championships Momentum builds as the program makes waves. Sean MitchellFebruary 17, 2026
CAMPUS UGSA Hosts A Week of Valentine’s Events The Howard Undergraduate Student Assembly hosts a week of romantic events in honor of Valentine's Day. Malaika SsebayitekoFebruary 17, 2026
Variety Howard students reflect on rising anti-intellectualism online Howard faculty and students reflect on social media, academic distrust and the pressure to shrink intellectual curiosity. Cidney WarrenFebruary 17, 2026
NEWS Nicki Minaj’s Event Appearances Lead to Online Backlash Nicki Minaj faces fan backlash after appearances with President Trump and conservative organizations. Daryn O'NealFebruary 17, 2026