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Howard Launches Search for 19th President
The Board of Trustees has launched a national search for Howard University's 19th president, supported by Russell Reynolds Associates and a Presidential Search Committee. The community's voice is essential to this process. Share your perspectives on the leadership qualities and priorities that should define Howard's next chapter through the community survey, open through Friday, October 30, 2026, and upcoming in-person and virtual listening sessions for faculty, staff, students, and alumni.
Learn more about the searchThe ultimate value in an institution is the ability to amplify people's humanity. Howard University epitomizes that principle. Together, we will continue to elevate the progress and momentum of this storied institution.
Dr. Wayne A. I. Frederick
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Wayne A. I. Frederick, M.D., MBA, President Emeritus and Charles R. Drew Professor of Surgery
Meet Dr. Frederick
Wayne A. I. Frederick, M.D., MBA, FACS (B.S. ’92, M.D. ’94, MBA ’11) was appointed interim president of Howard University in September 2025. A proud alumnus and distinguished surgeon, scholar, and leader, he also holds the titles of president emeritus as the University’s 17th president, and Charles R. Drew Professor of Surgery at the Howard University College of Medicine where he continues to teach the next generation of physicians. Dr. Frederick also continues to serve patients as a practicing cancer surgeon at Howard University Hospital.
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University Leadership
Welcome Message
Dr. Frederick extends a welcome message to the Howard University community at the start of the 2026–27 academic year.
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Howard University’s Class of 2030 Begin Their Bison Journey During Move-In Week
Read the ArticleBecoming a Bison: Howard University Welcomes New Students to Campus During Bison Week 2026
Read the ArticleClass of 2030 Begins Howard University Journey with 14th Annual ‘Day of Service’
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Sep 15, 2026
Howard University Board of Trustees Launches National Search for University’s 19th President
View Featured StoryThe 17th Presidency
Learn about Dr. Frederick’s historic tenure as Howard University’s 17th president as featured in a special issue of Howard Magazine.
Dr. Frederick's legacy includes the positive impact and turnaround in the University’s finances, graduation rate, economic impact, and student service that secures Howard University’s place as a national treasure committed to excellence in truth and service.
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