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A view of Howard University's Founders Library in Washington D.C. – a place of learning and knowledge.

Howard University

Howard University is a special school in Washington, D.C. It is called a university because it has many places where students can learn many different things. People have been going to Howard since 1867, which is a very long time ago!

The school is named after a kind man named Oliver Otis Howard. He helped start the school and wanted to make sure everyone could learn. Howard University is very proud because it does a lot of important research. This helps find new things and teach students about discoveries.

Students at Howard can choose from over 120 different subjects to study. This includes art, science, and even medicine! The school has many buildings and places for students to live and learn. One famous building is called Founders Library. It is very old and important.

Howard University has many traditions. One big tradition is called Homecoming. It is a fun time with games, dances, and performances. Another tradition is Springfest, where students celebrate spring with shows and fun activities.

Many famous people went to Howard University. They are actors, writers, and even leaders of our country. The school has helped many people learn and become successful. Howard University is known as "The Mecca" because it is a very special place for learning and growing.

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Howard University School of Law building in Washington, D.C.
The Interdisciplinary Research Building at Howard University – a modern facility for scientific discovery.
Howard University Hospital in Washington, D.C., a place where people go to receive medical care.
Frederick Douglass Memorial Hall at Howard University in Washington, DC, a U.S. National Historic Landmark since 2001.
The physics building at Howard University, a place where students study science and discovery.
The WHUT-TV station building in Washington, D.C., operated by Howard University as a PBS affiliate.
Burr Gymnasium at Howard University in Washington DC
Dormitory building at Howard University where students live and study.
Official portrait of Vice President Kamala Harris taken in March 2021.
Portrait of Justice Thurgood Marshall, a U.S. Supreme Court Justice, in his judicial robes.
Portrait of Mike Espy, a former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture and member of Congress.
A symbolic tree representing the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority on the main yard of Howard University.

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