Social Media Account Registration & Management

All official Howard University social media accounts must be registered and receive approval from the associated Department, College or Center lead with final approval being provided by the Office of University Communications (OUC) before launch.  

Social Media Account Creation & Approval 

Prospective account managers should submit a Social Media Account Request form detailing the account’s purpose, target audience, and a basic content strategy plan. New account proposals are reviewed to ensure they fill a clear need and align with Howard’s communication goals​. 

A response from OUC will be provided within 10 business days. Once approved, the account(s) will be listed in the official Howard University Social Media Directory.  

Administrative Oversight

Each sanctioned account must have at least two designated Howard University employees as administrators for continuity and oversight​.  
 
Account passwords and login information should be kept secure and documented in a place accessible to the account team and OUC​. Use official Howard email addresses (preferably a shared team email) when setting up accounts, rather than personal emails, to ensure institutional ownership and easy transition if staff changes occur. Administrators are expected to adhere to all Howard University policies (e.g. computing use, data privacy) when managing accounts, just as they would in any official capacity.