Dr. Frederick talks with Dr. Walter Bland who is the Interim Chair and Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Howard University.
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On this episode of “The Journey,” Dr. Frederick explores the symptoms, treatments and cloak of silence surrounding mental illness – in particular depression, dementia and schizophrenia. He talks with Dr. Walter Bland, who is the Interim Chair and Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Howard University.
Air Date: April 23, 2017
Student broadcaster Dearest Ativie from the staff of student-run radio station WHBC interviews President Frederick.
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On this episode of The Journey, the tables are turned. Student broadcaster Dearest Ativie from the staff of student-run radio station WHBC interviews President Frederick. They chat about his experiences, his service and his vision for the University at it celebrates 150 years of existence and prepares for the future.
Air Date: April 9, 2017
President Wayne Frederick chats with Howard University senior, honor student Greer Roberts.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick chats with Howard University senior, honor student Greer Roberts. She is the first Howard University student ever chosen for the nationally awarded, prestigious Schwarzman Scholarship to study in China. With an impressive portfolio in hand, Roberts will graduate in May 2017, with a Bachelors degree in International Business.
Air Date: March 26, 2017
Disney Dreamers Academy selects 100 students each year from all over the U.S. to be inspired by those of influence, educated about various careers and rewards exceptional students with a fun-filled trip to the Disney parks. This year seven students from the DMV were selected to partake in the life-changing experience with our very own Steve Harvey. Follow us as we follow their journey.
Disney Dreamers Academy selects 100 students each year from all over the U.S. to be inspired by those of influence, educated about various careers and rewards exceptional students with a fun-filled trip to the Disney parks. This year seven students from the DMV were selected to partake in the life-changing experience with our very own Steve Harvey. Follow us as we follow their journey.
The Walt Disney World Resort is a dream come true for seven young Washington area students at the 2017 Disney Dreamers Academy (DDA2017) with Steve Harvey and Essence.
For 10 years, Disney Dreamers Academy has been making a difference in the lives of young people by providing life changing opportunities. Meet our DDA2017 Dreamers and follow their dreams with us — Jahre Fish, Antjuan Goodwin, Brandon Jenkins, Anaya Moreland, Jayden Schexnayder, Adanne J. Uma, and Reigna Wren.
WHUR 96.3 congratulates all of our Washington Area Disney Dreamers. Check back often for photos and videos of their life changing experiences on WHUR.com. Learn more about these extraordinary kids here.
Author, motivational speaker, and radio host Jonathan Sprinkles speaks to Bobby Gailes about the significance of taking control of your dreams.
Find out WHAT’S NEW at Disney this year. By the way, WHUR is giving away a 5 day, 4 night Walt Disney World vacation for four including airfare, Disney resort accommodations, theme park tickets and more. Enter HERE to win!
Meet Princeton Parker. He is a member of the Disney Dreamers Academy class of 2011. This extraordinary young man shares his journey with DDADisney and why it is so important to so many kids around the country.
Lots went down at Disney including Steve Harvey‘s keynote address, live performance by Patti LaBelle and the Disney Dreamers graduation. Enjoy!
President Wayne Frederick chats with Senior Cameron Clarke who is among a select few students chosen to receive the competitive 2017 Rhodes Scholarship.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick chats with Senior Cameron Clarke who is among a select few students chosen to receive the competitive 2017 Rhodes Scholarship. With a double major in Biology and Community Health, Clarke is positioned to use his scholarship to address the myriad health disparities facing disadvantaged groups. The two talk about this and the service he is rendering as he gives back to his community.
Air Date: February 19, 2017
Thank you COPPER CANYON GRILL for helping to make this a memorable event! And to our active military men and women, THANK YOU for your service.
Thousands of troops from the Washington area spend countless hours serving our country every day and often times are away from their loved ones during this special time of year set aside for “love and affection.” This year, WHUR has partnered with our friends at COPPER CANYON GRILL to host a special evening for ten active military couples to enjoy an intimate candlelight dinner complete with flowers, gifts and romance.
Thank you COPPER CANYON GRILL for helping to make this a memorable event! And to our active military men and women, THANK YOU for your service.
President Frederick chats with coach Shaun Kuferberg and star player Khala Donaldson of the Howard University Volleyball Team.
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With two consecutive championships in hand, the HU Women’s Volleyball team is setting records. Last year the team captain, Khala Donaldson, an honor student, was selected MEAC MVP and “Player of the Year.” The coach, Shaun Kuferberg, was chosen as MEAC “Coach of the Year” of the Meac Tournament. On this episode, President Frederick chats with both about their winning strategies.
AIR DATE: February 12, 2017
President Wayne Frederick talks to the Sesquicentennial committee co-chairs about this year’s plans to celebrate a century and a half of preparing generations to change the world with the urgency of “now.”
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On March 2, 2017, Howard University will be 150 years old. On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick talks to the Sesquicentennial committee co-chairs about this year’s plans to celebrate a century and a half of preparing generations to change the world with the urgency of “now.” The details and plans are discussed by Law School Dean Danielle Holley-Walker and Senior Advisor for Strategic Initiatives/ Student Ombudsman/ and Howard alum Calvin Hadley.
Air Date: February 5, 2017
President Frederick chats with Dr. Achille Messac, one who is dedicated to challenging the assumptions about preparing a workforce for careers in STEM.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Frederick chats with one who is dedicated to challenging the assumptions about preparing a workforce for careers in STEM. Dr. Achille Messac is Dean of the Howard University College of Architecture and Engineering and is a strong voice on behalf of pushing the boundaries of change.
Air Date: January 29, 2017
President Wayne Frederick talks with program manager Derrek Niec- Williams, who serves as the Howard University Executive Director of Campus Planning, Architecture and Development.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick talks with program manager Derrek Niec- Williams, who serves as the Howard University Executive Director of Campus Planning, Architecture and Development. They talk about the role of people of color in the world of architecture, the future plans for the University and the challenges and opportunities available for a growing institution.
Air Date: January 22, 2017
President Wayne Frederick talks to Sierra McDonald, a recent graduate about overcoming misfortune, focusing your dreams and bringing meaning to your life.
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When the world said “no,” Sierra McDonald said “yes.” As a 2016 graduate of Howard University, she defied the odds and used her Howard Experience to change the way she sees life. She overcame challenges in early years to become an honor student in the Department of Media, Journalism and Film. On this episode of “The Journey,” President Wayne Frederick talks to a recent graduate about overcoming misfortune, focusing your dreams and bringing meaning to your life.
Air Date: January 15, 2017
President Wayne Frederick talks with 2016 Howard University graduate Dr. Walter Lundy.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick talks with 2016 Howard University graduate Dr. Walter Lundy about his faith, his hope and his commitment to changing education.
Air Date: December 25, 2016
Dr. Wayne Frederick talks with Howard University Associate Professor Connaitre Miller about singing, improvisation and the jazz choir genre.
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On this episode of The Journey, Dr. Wayne Frederick talks with Howard University Associate Professor Connaitre Miller about singing, improvisation and the jazz choir genre. Ms. Miller is a solo jazz vocalist and premier arranger who founded and directs the poised and polished award-winning vocal ensemble Afro Blue.
Air Date: December 4, 2016
President Frederick talks with Ms. Maybell Bennett, Director of the Howard University Community Association.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Frederick talks with Ms. Maybell Bennett, Director of the Howard University Community Association. The two chat about the historic, contemporary and future relationship between Howard University and its immediate surrounding community.
Air Date: November 27, 2016
President Wayne Frederick talks with Michaela Amoo, a 5-time graduate of Howard University whose journey has taken her from Liverpool England to Washington, D.C.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick talks with a 5-time graduate of Howard University whose journey has taken her from Liverpool England to Washington, D.C. Michaela Amoo talks about how she faced academic challenges in multiple disciplines and triumphed over personal challenges in her life.
Air Date: November 20, 2016
Food2Feed has been in operation for 40 years and each year, we continue to be amazed by the great outpouring of support. You are the real MVPs!
Words cannot express how grateful we here at WHUR are to those who answered the call to help feed our DMV neighbors in need this Thanksgiving season. All donations, big and small, came from a place of love and care and we could not be more proud to say that together we were able to raise $82,200 in cash and hundreds of pounds of non-perishable food items. 100% of the donations will go to those families in need.
None of this would have been possible without the help of our incredible sponsors including Howard University, Capital Area Food Bank, Wegmans, Shabach Ministries, SunTrust and the Howard University Radio Network.
We would also like to thank every individual or group that made a donation of any kind. There are just too many to list individually.
A very special thank you goes out to our hardworking volunteers, on-air talent and WHUR staff members who worked tirelessly during our 12-hour radiothon. Shoutout to our awesome Howard University students who volunteered all day as part of the “bucket-brigade” collecting cash donations along Georgia Ave, NW.
Food2Feed has been in operation for 40 years and each year, we continue to be amazed by the great outpouring of support. You are the real MVPs!
President Wayne Frederick chats with two members of the acclaimed Howard University Showtime Marching Band.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick chats with two members of the acclaimed Howard University Showtime Marching Band about their experiences, their aspirations and the rigor of their organization. Sydney Davenport, a junior in the Department of Media, Journalism and Film, and Terrell Tiendrebeogo, a senior Biology major, describe how their musical aggregation helps them step high now and step far in the future.
Air Date: October 30, 2016
President Wayne Frederick talks about plans and goals with the co-chairs of the Sesquicentennial committee – Law School Dean Danielle Holley-Walker and Howard alum Calvin Hadley.
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In 2017, Howard University will celebrate its sesquicentennial. For 150 years, the University has prepared leaders who have changed the world by believing that “The Time is Now” to make a difference. On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick talks about plans and goals with the co-chairs of the Sesquicentennial committee – Law School Dean Danielle Holley-Walker and Howard alum Calvin Hadley.
Air Date: October 23, 2016
President Wayne Frederick talks with senior Matilda Johnson, the Vice Chair of the 2016 Howard Steering Committee.
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Howard University’s annual celebration of Homecoming has historically been a blueprint for many places around the nation. This year it will offer a time to look back and to look forward. On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick talks with senior Matilda Johnson, the Vice Chair of the 2016 Howard Steering Committee, about 2016 Homecoming goals and activities and about her personal journey to this milestone.
Air Date: October 16, 2016
President Wayne Frederick chats with Dr. Rodney Green who has been a professor of urban economics for nearly 4 decades, grappling with some of the nation’s most critical questions.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick chats with Dr. Rodney Green who has been a professor of urban economics for nearly 4 decades, grappling with some of the nation’s most critical questions. Dr. Green is chair of the Department of Economics and Co-founder and Executive Director of the Howard University Center for Urban Progress .
President Wayne Frederick talks with the captains of the debate teams from competing schools — Hampton University and Howard University.
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The question is not “Which is the real HU?” but “What is the role of debate?” On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick talks with the captains of the debate teams from competing schools — Hampton University and Howard University. Caleb Woods (Hampton) and Kalah Ozimba (Howard) join Dr. Frederick to explore the intellectual competition that has existed on the campuses of HBCUs for decades. They also discuss the place of debate in a contemporary world.
Air Date: September 25, 2016
WHUR-FM was named Urban Station of the Year at the 2016 National Association of Broadcasters’ (NAB) Marconi Radio Awards. The announcement was made Thursday night in Nashville, TN.
WHUR-FM was named Urban Station of the Year at the 2016 National Association of Broadcasters’ (NAB) Marconi Radio Awards. The announcement was made Thursday night in Nashville, TN.
The prestigious awards recognize radio’s outstanding personalities and stations. Finalists were selected by a panel of broadcasters, and the winners were voted on by the NAB Marconi Radio Awards Selection Academy. All votes were tabulated by an independent firm.
Congratulations to our incredible on-air talent and staff here WHUR 96.3FM! And a major THANK YOU goes out to our loyal listeners who have tuned in for years and will continue to make WHUR your #1 station.
President Wayne Frederick chats with the Howard University Athletic Director Kery Davis.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick chats with the Howard University Athletic Director Kery Davis about his experiences as an television network sports executive, professional attorney and savvy boxing negotiator. They talk about the real world strategies that help student athletes excel in their individual sports, in the classroom and in life.
Air Date: September 11, 2016
Dr. Wayne Frederick talks with Dr. Oswaldo Castro about sickle cell anemia.
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Forty-Five years ago, sickle cell anemia was a painful, debilitating diagnosis with little relief. On this episode of “The Journey“, Dr. Wayne Frederick talks with Dr. Oswaldo Castro about the disease, its management and cures. They explore the groundbreaking work done on sickle cell research at Howard University and elsewhere.
Air Date: September 3, 2016
President Wayne Frederick chats with his guest, the award-winning author and journalist Ta-Nehisi Coates.
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Ta-Nehisi Coates has deepened the national conversation about race and identity. On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick chats with his guest, the award-winning author and journalist about his work, the inspirational traditions of Howard University and the responsibility to recognize that “Beauty is not free.”
Air Date: March 13th, 2016
President Wayne Frederick chats with Dr. Horace G. Dawson, former ambassador to Botswana, founding director of the Howard University Ralph J. Bunch International Affairs Center, and 2016 honorary degree recipient.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick chats with Dr. Horace G. Dawson, former ambassador to Botswana, founding director of the Howard University Ralph J. Bunch International Affairs Center, and 2016 honorary degree recipient. As an international diplomat, Dr. Dawson reflects on his career experiences and his role in preparing young people of color for public service.
Air Date: May 1, 2016
President Wayne Frederick explores the myriad opportunities for health care education with the dean of the Howard University College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences – Dr. Gina Brown.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick explores the myriad opportunities for health care education with the dean of the Howard University College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences – Dr. Gina Brown. They discuss strategies for increasing the number of minorities in the health professions and chat about Dr. Brown’s personal experiences in helping to design successful educational programs.
Air Date: April 17, 2016
President Wayne Frederick chats with Marian Wright Edleman, who is founder and president of the Children’s Defense Fund.
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Marian Wright Edleman has dedicated her life to advocating for the most vulnerable in our population. On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick chats with the activist who is founder and president of the Children’s Defense Fund about her more than 5 decades of work.
Air Date: March 20, 2016
President Wayne Frederick chats with the Associate Dean of the Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel at Howard University, Dr. Kanika Magee.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick chats with the Associate Dean of the Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel at Howard University, Dr. Kanika Magee. They discuss her views on faith and tolerance and the techniques she uses to encourage students and others to find their way on a faith journey.
Air Date: March 27, 2016
President Wayne Frederick chats with Mr. Kurt Schmoke about his lifelong experiences.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick chats with Mr. Kurt Schmoke about his lifelong experiences that prepared him to be the first African American mayor of Baltimore, Dean of the Howard Law School, the President of the University of Baltimore and a voice for those who are underserved.
Air Date: December 6, 2015
President Wayne Frederick speaks with Associate Dean of the HU School of Law and Director of the HU Constitutional Law Center, Professor Lisa Crooms.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick explores the contemporary and historical advantages of a Law School education at Howard with Associate Dean of the HU School of Law and Director of the HU Constitutional Law Center, Professor Lisa Crooms.
Air Date: May 29, 2016
President Wayne Frederick chats with Howard University Vice President for Student Affairs, Kenneth Holmes.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick chats with Howard University Vice President for Student Affairs, Kenneth Holmes about how the parts of the University connect and function together to support students and help them learn. VP Holmes sees his “classroom” as anywhere students gather and he is committed to bringing his two decades of experience to help improve the student experience.
Air Date: May 22, 2016
President Wayne Frederick talks with Professor Spencer Boyer about the highlights of a stellar career and the current state of legal affairs.
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For 50 years, Spencer Boyer has helped shape generations of legal minds at the Howard University School of Law. He has taught more African American lawyers than anyone in the history of legal education. On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick talks with Professor Boyer about the highlights of a stellar career and the current state of legal affairs.
Air Date: May 15, 2016
Dr. Wayne Frederick chats with a two-time “Mr. Howard” — Garrett Williams — who is a member of the class of 2016.
Members of the class of 2016 were born into an era when cyberspace emerged, when political consciousness grew large and when jobs and careers crossed discipline lines. On this episode of The Journey, Dr. Wayne Frederick chats with a two-time “Mr. Howard” — Garrett Williams — who is a member of the class of 2016.
President Wayne Frederick chats with Dr. Daphne Bernard, the Interim Dean of the Howard University College of Pharmacy.
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At a time when there are so many questions about the use and abuse of prescription drugs in our society, Dr. Daphne Bernard has spent a career preparing students in the study of the pharmaceutical sciences. On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick chats with Dr. Bernard, the Interim Dean of the Howard University College of Pharmacy, about best practices for patients and pharmacists.
Air Date: April 24, 2016
Dr. Wayne Frederick chats with Howard University alum Calvin Hadley about his experiences discovering his vocation.
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On this episode of The Journey, Dr. Wayne Frederick chats with Howard University alum Calvin Hadley about his experiences discovering his vocation. They also talk about Hadley’s role as the Strategic Initiatives Advisor and the Student Ombudsmen who is expected to help students find their way in the world.
Air Date: April 10, 2016
President Wayne Frederick talks with trailblazing artist, historian, curator Dr. David Driskell.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick talks with trailblazing artist, historian, curator Dr. David Driskell about the role of Howard University in his development and his perspectives on the contributions of African American artists to the culture of the United States.
Air Date: April 3, 2016
President Wayne Frederick chats with Jeff Lee, General Manager of WHUT-TV about content delivery and about the roles of multiple platforms.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick chats with Jeff Lee, General Manager of WHUT-TV about content delivery and about the roles of multiple platforms. They also discuss the personal journey that Lee and his family have taken to establish a foundation in memory of their son for palliative care for families living with cancer.
Air Date: February 28, 2016
President Frederick chats with Dr. Constance Ellison about her journey as a professor in educational psychology and her holistic approach as vice president of Student Affairs to engaging students.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Frederick chats with Dr. Constance Ellison about her journey as a professor in educational psychology and her holistic approach as vice president of Student Affairs to engaging students. They talk about how student life on campus is interwoven with academic success and the satisfaction of individual needs.
Air Date: February 21, 2016
President Wayne Frederick talks with Dr. Hugh Mighty, Vice President of Clinical Affairs and the 18th dean of the Howard University College of Medicine.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick talks with Dr. Hugh Mighty, Vice President of Clinical Affairs and the 18th dean of the Howard University College of Medicine. They discuss the direction for the College of Medicine and the specifics of Dr. Mighty’s journey that have prepared him for leading the school.
Air Date: January 31, 2016
President Wayne Frederick is in conversation with Joel Rhone, a recipient of the highly competitive 2016 Marshall Scholarship awarded to students of high achievement to study in the United Kingdom.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick is in conversation with Joel Rhone, a recipient of the highly competitive 2016 Marshall Scholarship awarded to students of high achievement to study in the United Kingdom. As the former president of the Sterling Allen Brown English Society, Joel will travel to Europe during the year to pursue his studies.
Air Date: January 24, 2016
President Wayne Frederick talks with Morgan Dorsey and Kayla Valentine, two students who have participated in the Howard University Study Abroad program.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick talks with two students who have participated in the Howard University Study Abroad program. Morgan Dorsey and Kayla Valentine, juniors in the School of Communications, traveled to Spain and Italy (respectively) for a semester and had an international experience that changed their lives.
Air Date: January 10, 2016
President Wayne Frederick talks with the Deputy Director of the Howard University Ralph Bunche International Affairs Center, Tanija Hope Navas.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick talks with the Deputy Director of the Howard University Ralph Bunche International Affairs Center, Tanija Hope Navas, about study abroad, international research and her personal commitment to student involvement.
Air Date: January 03, 2016
President Wayne Frederick talks with dental student Akeyla Brown, who has participated in mission trips to Haiti to offer services and change lives.
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Every year, dedicated Howard University faculty and students from the College of Dentistry travel to Haiti to offer services and change lives. On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick talks with dental student Akeyla Brown who has participated in the mission trips to serve.
Air Date: December 27, 2015
Howard University President Dr. Wayne Frederick chats with Saadia Doyle – a December 2015 graduate and Laura Jack, Interim Vice President of Development and Alumni Relations.
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During this Season of Giving, Howard University President Dr. Wayne Frederick chats with Saadia Doyle – a December 2015 graduate and Laura Jack, Interim Vice President of Development and Alumni Relations. On this episode of The Journey, they explore the human value of a donation and the lifelong impact of such a gift.
Air Date: December 20, 2015
President Wayne Frederick chats with Dr. Alton B. Pollard, Dean of the Howard University School of Divinity.
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On this week’s episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick chats with Dr. Alton B. Pollard, Dean of the Howard University School of Divinity about religious scholarship and the role of faith in higher education.
Air Date: December 13, 2015
President Wayne Frederick talks with mezzo-soprano and Howard University voice professor Kehembe Eichelberger.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne Frederick explores issues of culture and community with mezzo-soprano and Howard University voice professor Kehembe Eichelberger. They talk about the passion and commitment needed to be excellent.
Air Date: November 29, 2015
President Frederick talks to Talitha Haley, a graduate of Howard University, who escaped the ravages of Hurricane Katrina in 2005 as a 12 year old.
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Talitha Haley, a native of New Orleans, escaped the ravages of Hurricane Katrina in 2005 as a 12 year old. Now a decade later as a graduate of Howard University, she shares her story of survival and resilience with President Wayne Frederick.
Air Date: November 22, 2015
President Frederick talks with Dr. Sandra Edmonds Crewe, the Dean of the Howard University College of Social Work.
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This week on The Journey, President Frederick talks with the Dean of the Howard University College of Social Work. Dr. Sandra Edmonds Crewe is passionate about family care giving and is intent on creating scholars committed to being social workers who address society’s biggest needs.
Air Date: November 15, 2015
President Wayne A. I. Frederick chats with Dr. Bernard Mair, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Howard University.
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On this episode of The Journey, President Wayne A. I. Frederick chats with Dr. Bernard Mair, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Howard University. They talk about the infusion of math into daily life and the journey towards finding strategies for living.
Air Date: November 1st, 2015
