Our Team

We represent Howard University at its best.

Our team of talented writers, designers, photographers and communications specialists presents Howard University to the world, showcasing innovative programs, research and events.

Lydia G. Sermons, M.A.

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VP of Communications & Chief Communications Officer

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Brittany Bailer

Senior Public Relations Specialist

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Simone Boyd

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Media Specialist

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Misha G. Cornelius

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Director of Public Relations

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Andreya Davis

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Director of Administrative Operations and Internal Communications

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Yawen Deng

Email & Digital Marketing Specialist

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Amber D. Dodd

she, her

Associate Editor, The Dig

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Sholnn Freeman

Senior Communications Specialist

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LaShandra Nadine Gary

Director of Creative and Multimedia Strategy

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Dionna Green

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Content System Administrator

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Devante Kennedy

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Videographer

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J Knight

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University Photographer

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Monica M. Lewis

Assistant Vice President of Strategic Communications

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Dana McPherson

Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Communications

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Tangela D. Richardson

Manager of Special Projects & Communications

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Shelly Ridgeway

Strategic Communications Manager

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Larry Sanders

Senior Communications Specialist, Presidential Communications

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Jhamere Wilson

Junior Drupal Developer

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Rin-rin Yu

Editor, Howard Magazine

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Kweli Zukeri, Ph.D.

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Director of User Experience & Web Strategy

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