Founded in 1867, Howard University is a private, historically Black research institution committed to producing future leaders and innovators through its rigorous academic programs, groundbreaking research, and a rich legacy of social responsibility. Howard ranks among the highest producers of the nation’s Black professionals in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, engineering, nursing, architecture, religion, law, music, social work, and education. Howard researchers and thought leaders are tackling the most pressing challenges facing humanity, including health and medical issues, economic disparities, cybersecurity, nanotechnology, artificial intelligence and machine learning, drug abuse, the economy, women’s leadership, energy systems, accounting and finance, and journalism and democracy.
What others are saying
“When I was introduced to Reach I was shown case studies that participated in amplifying grassroots projects, gave voices to the youth, and advocated for mental health. It’s not often that undergraduates get to head such impactful and meaningful research. It is because of this that I felt led to join Reach’s global research and leadership program.”
Madison Winfield
Bachelor of Science
Howard University, Reach Alum
“Being a Reach alumna means being part of a community that took my work seriously and gave it a platform. It means belonging to a global network of researchers who believe that scholarship should be in service of people. The work I did through Reach wasn’t just an academic exercise; it was connected to communities I care about. Carrying that forward as an alumna, feels like an opportunity to give back to something that gave so much to me.”
Josephine Agbakpe-Kafui
Master in Applied Data Science and Analytics
Howard University, Reach Alum
How to Apply
Applications will be opening shortly for the 2026-27 Howard Reach team! Please keep an eye on this page for the application form.
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Improving Black Maternal Health: A Holistic Approach in the U.S. and Ghana
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