Initiatives

Howard Forward Strategic Plan 

We are embarking on a forward trajectory that positions Howard University as a model of excellence for a contemporary education. 

This strategic plan outlines our bold strategy to provide a high-quality experience for our students and our commitment to produce distinguished global leaders. 

Students in Anatomy Class

Enhance Academic Excellence

Supporting faculty, research and student development, academic rigor and retention through strategic recruitment and continuous improvement of academic programs.
Students in a Lab

Inspire New Knowledge

Reward innovation in instruction, research, entrepreneurship, collaboration and capacity building that maximizes our impact, and challenges, enlightens and inspires our faculty and students to change the world.
Students at Day of Service

Serve the Community

High impact outreach and collaborative partnerships across divisions and beyond campus borders, while cultivating an atmosphere of inclusivity, wellness and civility.
Howard Yard

Improve Efficiency & Effectiveness

Investments in upgraded technology and systems to promote process automation and strategic incentive programing for customer satisfaction metrics, while consistently delivering the highest quality products and services.
Bethune Annex Building

Achieve Financial Sustainability

Revenue diversification, process optimization, asset management, fundraising and investment in high return business opportunities, communicating in transparency and operating with accountability, all while being good stewards of our resources.