HU Groups/Organizations

As a freshman at Howard you quickly realize there are several opportunities for leadership through the various clubs and organizations. Many students use these outlets to refine their skills and prepare for their future works. These clubs and organizations also provide networking opportunities for the future. For Freshmen seminar, students are required to look up some of these groups and research them. We are then asked to post our research on this blog.

Progressive Black Men: A non-profit organization dedicated to serving the community through collective knowledge. This organization has been around for 20 years and has chapters in Gainesville, Tampa, Washington D.C., and its headquarters in Tallahassee.

Gentlemen of Drew Social Club: This is Howard's largest men organization and was created in1982. The groups main goal is to mentor young males and promote higher education.

Campus Pals: An organization that main purpose is to introduce freshmen to Howard University. This is accomplished through several social events that allow student networking opportunities.

International Pals: This group was started in 1985 and its main goal is to introduce international students to Howard. Its quote that perfectly summon the groups purpose is "Bridging boundaries...forging families".

Black Law Students: This organization was created to demonstrate the needs of black law students. It is based upon the lacking of those of African descent in advanced careers such as law. Its main purpose is to help the black law student continue the fight for justice.