MULTIMEDIA
Weekly roundups of the latest news and campus buzz, courtesy of Howard University’s collegiate newspaper, The Hilltop. New episodes every Friday.
Hi, what are you looking for?
The Hilltop
CAMPUS
Students from the class of 2026 students reflect on academic challenges, personal growth and their plans beyond Howard.
Variety
Many students believe the popular paths for graduates are further schooling or entering the workforce. Yet other graduates anticipate a more non-traditional route, which...
NEWS
Amid a volatile political climate, Howard’s newly elected leaders are fighting to redefine student governance.
SPORTS
For the university’s swimming and diving teams, this year’s graduating class leaves behind a culture of hard work and winning.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR
On Louisiana v. Callais, No. 24–109, 608 U.S. (2026)
LETTER TO THE EDITOR
Letter from the Managing Editor
CAMPUS
As the school year comes to an end, upperclassmen are concerned as their housing options become scarce.
CAMPUS
Howard University prepares for a large graduating class at the 158th Commencement.
CAMPUS
Naesoj Ware reflects on her term as the 65th HUSA president and the legacy she hopes to leave behind.
NEWS
15,768 organizations reported lobbying activity last year as trade, taxation and healthcare fueled the largest increase
NEWS
Bondi and Noem departures signal broader pattern of executive restructuring
NEWS
Fueled by social media propaganda, an administration that undermines scientific consensus is amplifying vaccine denialism and framing it as a fight for individual choice.
Sponsored Content
Sponsored by JPMorganChase At the start of a new school year, college students likely receive a flurry of offers for credit cards and checking...
Sponsored Content
Anyone can be a victim of a scam or fraud. Despite the perception that online scams target mostly older adults, a new study found...
Sponsored Content
401(k) Basics: It’s Never Too Early to Save for Retirement Although it might seem too early for college students to plan for retirement when...
Sponsored Content
A good credit score is a critical part of a healthy financial future. Having strong credit can make it easier to get a car loan,...
NEWS
Following the announcement that Mississippi Valley State University’s (MVSU) marching band will perform during President-elect Donald Trump’s second inauguration, members of Howard’s Showtime marching...
Variety
RaMell Ross shares the behind-the-scenes process of capturing a moment in Black history with first-person storytelling in his critically acclaimed adaptation film “Nickel Boys.”
CAMPUS
Following recent wildfires in Los Angeles County, Howard students from California are making an effort to give back to those impacted and rebuild their...
NEWS
Thousands gathered at the Capital One Arena to take part in President-elect Donald Trump's victory rally held the day before inauguration.
NEWS
Chief Justice John Roberts swore in Donald J. Trump as the 47th President of the United States on Jan. 20.
NEWS
Students discuss their plans for the Jan. 20 inauguration ceremony, and approaches to safety.