THE TIMELESS NEWSLETTER: NOVEMBER ISSUE
THE TIMELESS NEWSLETTER: NOVEMBER ISSUE
NEWSLETTER
NOVEMBER ISSUE
By Naomi Jeffries, Lily Martin, and Zoe Hairston
NOVEMBER 29TH, 2025
FINDMYCOAS.COM IS BORN!
curated every month.
written by students for students.
NAVIGATE THE NEWSLETTER:
breaking news
breaking news
COAS Student Council completes 90% of their original platform intiatives before Spring Semester!
a november to remember
From week-long programming to student-centered initiatives, the College of Arts & Sciences Timeless Council spent the fall semester implementing key projects aimed at enhancing leadership, engagement, and community within Howard University.
According to council reports, 90% of the original platform initiatives were completed ahead of the Spring semester (view the original platform here.) This issue of the newsletter provides an overview of upcoming initiatives, highlights notable student achievements, and shares scholarship and fellowship opportunities to support COAS students in their academic and professional development.
Our first major initiative underway is the launch of findmycoas.com, our new website designed to streamline academic resources and enhance accessibility for COAS students. The website launched Friday, November 28th and is providing our Bison community with a centralized hub for essential information, key contacts, and all things related to the College of Arts & Sciences.
FindMyCOAS will feature a wide range of sections, including UGSA, COAS history, student opportunities, logistics support, media galleries, and more. We are thrilled to bring this platform to life and look forward to offering students a seamless, user-friendly resource that reflects the excellence and innovation of the Timeless Council.
Stay tuned as we continue to add to this site!
FINDMYCOAS.COM
mY PATH, MY PACE
One of our key projects is My Path, My Pace, a December social media series highlighting the journeys of non-traditional students at Howard University.
Every Monday throughout the month, the COAS Timeless Council will release a 35–40 second interview featuring a student whose path reflects the diverse experiences within our community. Our team is managing the full production process, from selecting interviewees and crafting questions to filming, gathering b-roll, and organizing all materials for the Public Relations Department’s Content Creation Committee to edit and finalize.
With five Mondays in December, five students will be represented across categories including international students, transfer students, first-generation/low-income students, ROTC or military-affiliated students, and adult learners or parents. Each participant will answer a set of general questions, paired with tailored prompts that center their unique background. Watch the first video here.
From completing 90% of the COAS Student Council’s platform initiatives to preparing exciting projects like My Path, My Pace and the Find My COAS website, the Timeless Council has shown what student leadership and collaboration can accomplish. As we head into the Spring semester, we’re looking forward to building on this momentum bringing new initiatives, highlighting student achievements, and providing resources that help every Bison succeed. The work continues, and we can’t wait to see what the next semester holds for the College of Arts & Sciences community.
Stay tuned for our spring semester schedule!
what’s next for timeless?
CAREER CORNER
FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGIST
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Forensic psychology is a highly desirable career option for psychology majors.
Combining psychology and law enforcement , they apply principles of clinical psychology to conduct assessments and evaluate the psychological states of individuals in contact with correction/judicial systems, as well as the police.
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$66,000 - $117,000
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Bachelor’s Degree - Psychology or related field
Doctoral Degree - PhD or PsyD with a focus on clinical or counseling psychology
Postdoctoral Experience - Complete a supervised postdoctoral fellowship or supervised practice to gain the necessary experience required for licensure.
Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP)
TIMELESS COUNCIL WANTS TO SEE YOU SUCCEED.
That’s why we’re highlighting scholarships, internships, and fellowships designed specifically for COAS students and HBCU students. These opportunities are here to help you grow, gain experience, and take the next step toward your academic and professional goals.
Whether you’re looking for financial support or hands-on experience, Timeless Council has got you covered.
SCHOLARSHIPS + INTERNSHIPS
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jackie robinson foundation scholarship
Due January 7th
$35,000 over four years, along with mentoring, internship opportunities, and access to leadership and professional development programs. It supports students with strong academics, leadership, and a commitment to community service.
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Dr. Jade Education Scholarship
Due January 1st
This scholarship provides $2,500 to students pursuing higher education and is especially aimed at students demonstrating academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to giving back to their communities.
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US National institute of standards and technology surf
The US National Institute of Standards and Technology is seeking a summer intern for its SURF (Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship) program. They’re looking for someone majoring in biology, chemistry, physics, or mathematics with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Interns will be exposed to internationally known scientists and engineers while completing a research project that must be completed by the end of their internship.
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milliporeSigma
10-week summer internship for students majoring in psychology or sociology. They’re looking for candidates who possess strong data analysis and communication skills, a self-starter attitude, and experience in communications for a pay of $22.00 - $25.00 per hour.
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Foundation for the Defense of Democracies
As an intern, you will participate in a monthly speaker series featuring senior staff members. They’re encouraged to strengthen their academic and analytic skills through close collaboration with FDD scholars and experts.
Students must have at least a 3.2 GPA, have a major in economics, history, or political science, have basic knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, and be able to commit a minimum of 22 hours per week to apply.
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Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship (MMUF)
Designed for students in the humanities and social sciences, MMUF offers funding, faculty mentorship, and research opportunities to prepare students for graduate studies and academic careers. Fellows gain access to a supportive network and resources to help advance their scholarly work.
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Public Policy and International Affairs (PPIA) Junior Summer Institute Fellowship
The PPIA Junior Summer Institute (JSI) Fellowship is designed for rising juniors interested in public policy, international affairs, or social justice. The fellowship also prepares students for graduate school and careers in public service.
“In Every Single Way Possible”:
Students Speak Out on Administrative Failures at Howard University
By Lily Martin
Howard University administration building, 1921
For many students at Howard University, administration is more than a faraway bureaucracy; it's the main portal to housing, financial aid, academic records, and stability in their collegiate experience. Yet, regardless of class year or major, students often report that the very systems designed to support them create barriers that threaten success.
To understand this tension, it is important to know how the university's administration operates. Howard's administrative structure includes a suite of key offices: Academic Affairs (which oversees departments and course offerings), Student Affairs (housing, counseling, student life), Enrollment Management (including financial aid, scholarships, and registration), along with the Office of the President and Board of Trustees (which set institutional priorities and approve budgets). In practice, these offices are meant to work in tandem to ensure students have housing, receive their aid on time, can enroll in required classes, and remain on track for graduation.
These systems often break down, according to students.
Student Interviews: A Cross-Campus Consensus
In seven interviews, from seniors to sophomores, from Economics to Sociology, International Relations to Public Administration, students recounted feeling failed by the institution that promised to support them.
A senior Economics major didn't hesitate:
"In every single way possible."
A freshman in Political Science added, "Basic needs are not satisfied:
"It feels like I have to fight to get basic things like housing and classes."
An Economics sophomore asked how the resources are being managed:
"The funding the school receives and scholarships don't add up".
A junior in Public Administration reproached the university for missing student-centered planning:
"Howard does not care if you are not on track. They won't help you stay here."
Others, including a Sociology senior and International Relations sophomore, concurred that these frustrations are not isolated cases but a pattern.
When asked whether they trust the administration’s ability to work effectively, every student interviewed said simply: No.
Falling Short of Their Own Mission?
Nowhere are the tensions more visible than in the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The office's mission statement promises:
"the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and professionalism. exceptional service. compassion and empathy. financial literacy and planning. adherence to all regulations."
But students consistently believe that reality does not live up to the rhetoric.
A senior in Sociology pointed to what appears to be a structural issue:
"I think it may be an issue of staffing, but every time I spoke with people in administration, they seemed incredibly stressed out and definitely weren't leading with empathy."
A junior in Public Administration commented about disorganization:
"No planning, no regard for students' feelings or emotions."
An international relations sophomore criticized the tone and competency of the office:
“Financial aid is cold and rude. They don’t have the knowledge to help you. It’s sad.”
And a senior Economics major was blunt:
"Incompetence runs through all the staff members."
A Growing Disconnect
These interviews expose a widening gap between the administration's stated mission and the students' lived experiences. Many students believe the chronic understaffing, outdated systems, and inconsistent communication are to blame for the issues. Others believe the deeper problem is cultural: a disconnect between the administrators holding institutional power and the students who must live with the fallout of administrative failures.
What becomes clear is that students are not asking for special treatment; they are asking for the basics: transparency, empathy, planning, and a university infrastructure that supports rather than obstructs their academic journey.
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