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Howard University Student Association Senate

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Who We Are

What is
HUSA Senate?

The HUSA Senate is the official legislative body of the Howard University Student Association, representing all students at Howard University. The purpose of legislation is to advocate for and advance the well-being and needs of all Howard University students.

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HUSA Senate members gathered on Howard University's campus
Est. 2011
2011
Established
9
Committees
17+
Schools & Colleges
10K+
Students Represented
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About Us

Learn about our structure, mission, and the three branches of HUSA.

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Calendar

Stay up to date with Senate sessions, events, and important dates.

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Legislative Catalogue

Access bills, referendums, resolutions, and submit your own legislation.

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Funding

Apply for organization funding through our Finance Committee.

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Student Resources

Financial aid, counseling, Title IX, campus life and more.

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Who We Are

About Us.

The legislative branch of HUSA — how we're built and how we work.

Article IV · Section 2

"Powers & Responsibilities of the HUSA Senate"

"The Senate shall be the student government body representing all the student councils of schools and colleges established by the Howard University Board of Trustees. Its function is to deal with the issues and concerns of the students collectively and it shall have the responsibility to exercise all the powers enumerated herein and those not specially designated to the Policy Board."
HUSA Senate members gathered on Howard University's campus
HUSA Senate, 2026-2027

HUSA is composed of

three branches:

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Judicial.
HUSA Judiciary

Upholds fairness, integrity, and accountability within student governance.

II
Legislative.
HUSA Senate

Represents students through legislation, advocacy, and policy.

← That's Us
III
Executive.
HUSA Executive

Implements initiatives, programs, and services to enhance the student experience.

Together, these branches function to advance the well-being, rights, and opportunities of Howard students, ensuring their voices shape the present and future of the University.

How We're Organized

Senate Structure

01

Our Leaders

  • Chair
  • Vice-Chair
  • Parliamentarian
  • 9 Committee Chairs
02

Our Senators

  • 2 Senators from each School and College
  • 1 additional Senator per 250 students
03

Our Committees

  • Finance
  • Public Relations
  • Student Advocacy
  • Constitutional Review
  • University & External Affairs
  • Elections
  • Lavender Committee
  • Oversight & Reform
  • International & Transfer

Meet Your Senators.

Click below to view senators by school, college, E-Board, or chair role.

Schools/Colleges. Senators for your school or college E-Board & Chairs. Executive board and committee chairs
Stay Informed

Senate Calendar.

Sessions, hearings, and key dates for the Howard University community.

Fall 2026–27

The full semester at a glance — general body meetings, legislation deadlines, funding dates, and University closures.

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Fall 2026

Key Dates

The highest-priority dates from the full calendar above. Deadlines are 11:59 pm unless noted.

Sep 14

Referenda Submission Due

Final day to submit referenda materials for Senate consideration.

Deadline
Sep 16

General Body Meeting

Senate confirmation vote. Open to all Howard students.

Meeting
Sep 23

Constitutional Convention

Senate convenes for constitutional review and student governance work.

Governance
Sep 30

Legislation Submission Deadline

Submissions close at 11:59 pm.

Deadline
Oct 7

General Body Meeting

Open Senate meeting for updates, business, and student concerns.

Meeting
Oct 11–17

Homecoming

Homecoming week at the Mecca.

University
Nov 26–28

Thanksgiving Break

University closed.

Closed

Use the embedded calendar above for the complete semester schedule and any updated locations.

Official Record

Legislative Catalogue

Every bill, referendum, and resolution — on the record.

The official catalogue utilized by HUSA Senate to index and organize legislative materials, such as various bills, referendums, and resolutions.

Access the Record

Open the Catalogue

Legislative Catalogue Spreadsheet

View all current and past legislation — bills, referendums, and resolutions indexed by the HUSA Senate.

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Take Action

Submit to the Senate

Use the links below to submit legislation or a funding proposal to the HUSA Senate for review.

Submit

Legislation.

Use this link to submit your legislation for Senate review and consideration.

Submit Legislation
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Funding.

Use this link to submit your funding proposals to the Senate Finance Committee.

Submit Funding
Finance Committee

Funding 101.

Everything your organization needs to apply.

The Finance Committee funds student organizations each term. Below you'll find the guidelines, the proposal template, and the form that puts your request in front of the Senate.

Apply for Funding How It Works
Seal of the Howard University Student Association, founded 1961
The HUSA Seal · 1961
Process

How Funding Works

01

Review Guidelines

Download and read the Funding Proposal document to understand eligibility and requirements.

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Prepare Your Proposal

Use the Finance Committee's proposal template to draft your funding application clearly and thoroughly.

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Submit for Review

Submit your completed proposal form through the official Google Form link provided above.

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Senate Review

The Finance Committee reviews your proposal and presents a recommendation to the full Senate.

Quick Access

Funding Resources

Funding Proposal Template

Open the official template to prepare your funding proposal.

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Funding Information

Access detailed information about the funding process and Finance Committee.

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Funding Proposal Form

Submit your official funding proposal to the HUSA Senate Finance Committee.

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Questions About Funding?

Reach out to the HUSA Senate Finance Committee directly.

Contact Us
For Every Bison

Student Resources

At Howard University, students have access to a variety of resources to support their academic and personal well-being. The Counseling Services offer confidential support and guidance for mental health concerns. Title IX resources ensure a safe and equitable campus environment, addressing issues related to discrimination and harassment. Financial aid services are available to assist with funding education, while campus life programs foster community engagement and personal growth.

On Campus

Where to Go.

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Financial Aid

Location Mordecai Johnson Administration Bldg.
2400 6th St NW #205
Washington, DC 20059
Contact (202) 806-2820
Virtual front desk Microsoft Teams

Scholarships & External Funding

Explore Howard-curated scholarship resources and national scholarship hubs that can help students find external funding beyond standard financial aid.

Howard

External Scholarship List

A Howard resource list for outside scholarship opportunities.

Open Resource
TMCF

HBCU Scholarships

Scholarships, programs, and career opportunities for HBCU students.

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CBCF

Scholarship Programs

National scholarship opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students.

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Counseling Services

Location Harriet Tubman Quadrangle
2401 4th St NW
Washington, DC 20059
Contact (202) 806-6870 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
(202) 341-6299 Crisis line, after 5:00 PM

Title IX

Location Mordecai Johnson Administration Bldg.
2400 6th St NW, Suite G08
Washington, DC 20059
Contact (202) 806-2550
titleix@howard.edu

Campus Life

Location 2400 6th St NW
Washington, DC 20059
Contact 1-800-822-6363
15th HUSA Senate

Your Senators.

Every school and college elects senators to carry its students’ concerns into the chamber. Find yours below and write to them directly — that is what they are there for.

41 senators seated across the University, with 20 seats open in the graduate and professional schools.

41 of 61 seats filled 20 open
Undergraduate Schools & Colleges 7 schools · 35 senators

College of Arts & Sciences

12 senators
Graduate & Professional Schools 8 schools · 6 seated · 20 open
15th HUSA Senate

Leadership & Committees.

Who runs the chamber, which committee handles what, and where to take a question so it reaches the right desk the first time.

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Money

My organization needs funding

Finance Committee — proposal workshop, template, and the submission form.

 Policy

I want to propose legislation

Submit a bill, referendum, or resolution to the Senate for review.

 Concerns

Something on campus needs fixing

Start with the senator for your school or college — they carry it to the chamber.

 Support

I need help right now

Financial aid, counseling, Title IX, and campus life offices with direct numbers.

Executive Board

Core Senate leadership guiding chamber procedure, staff coordination, and the work that keeps HUSA Senate moving.

Officers

  • Antwon WalkinChair
  • Kanz WigginsVice-Chair
  • Avana KellyParliamentarian

Reach the Executive Board through husa.senate@gmail.com.

Senate Staff

  • Tatyana RidleyChief of Staff
  • Kalif MuhammedDeputy Chief of Staff
  • Aina Ayan SamuelsLegislative Historian

Reach any staff member through husa.senate@gmail.com.

Standing Committees

University Partners

Offices we work with

  • Walter Servance Campus Life Advisor · Legislation oversight
  • Jeanelle Howard Intercultural Affairs & LGBTQIA+ Office · Legislation collaboration

For Title IX, the Student Health Center, and other campus offices, see Student Resources.