College of Engineering and Architecture

Sama participating in the ACS Fall 2026 conference in Chicago

Howard University Chemical Engineering Ph.D. Candidate Sama Ghadiri Earns Top Honors at the 2026 ACS I&EC Division and DCCEAS Paper Competitions

These achievements underscore Howard University’s growing impact in sustainable engineering and food innovation while highlighting Ghadiri’s contributions to developing technologies that support a more sustainable and resilient global food system.

Category: Research, Chemical Engineering, College of Engineering and Architecture

Professor Sonya Smith

Howard University CEA Professor Sonya Smith Elected to AIAA Class of 2026 Fellows

Smith’s election places her among an elite group of scientists, engineers, and innovators recognized for advancing aerospace research and technology. The distinction reflects decades of groundbreaking scholarship, visionary leadership, and unwavering commitment to expanding opportunities in engineering and STEM education.

Category: College of Engineering and Architecture, Mechanical Engineering

Reis and co-PIs Ymele-Leki, Ji and Tharakan

Howard University Chemical Engineering Professors Secure Nearly $1M DoD Award to Expand Bioindustrial Manufacturing Research and Student Training

The award provides a pathway for Howard students to further contribute to innovation that can shape the future of sustainable manufacturing.

Category: Research, Chemical Engineering, College of Engineering and Architecture

Jaydn Decuir

Civil Engineering, Class of 2026

With my multi-faceted interests, I have had the opportunity to cultivate a plethora of communities at Howard. I have a research community, a civil engineering community, a leadership community, and a dance community that all have come from different, memorable experiences at Howard. All of these different communities contributed to the larger equation that is my success.”

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Architecture

Designing our way into a more equitable and sustainable world one day at a time.
 

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Third year architecture students with AIA CEO

Chemical Engineering

Innovating every day for sustainability and excellence in engineering.

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ChE group of students with Ymele-Leki at ASC 2025

Civil and Environmental Engineering

Building communities with innovative solutions for a brighter tomorrow.

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CEA students at 2025 SWE conference with CEE advisor

Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Taking the lead in promoting ethical and responsible AI and bridging socioeconomic and technological gaps.

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Mechanical Engineering

Impacting the world of robotics and manufacturing to help improve quality of life for all.

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CEA student leaders helping manage robotics camps and events