2010-2011 HUSA President and Vice President

The Howard University Student Association consists of three branches: the Executive, Legislative (General Assembly), and Judicial (Policy Board). Since it’s beginning, HUSA has operated as the eyes, ears, and voice of the Student Body. No matter the issue, HUSA has been at the forefront. Whether it came to rallying around the Jena 6, forcing the university to incorporate an Africana focused curriculum, protesting against the appointment of controversial figures to the board of trustees, or pushing the University to divest from South Africa- HUSA has led the charge. Over the decades, HUSA has been a rallying point for activists, and academics alike. Without a doubt, no matter the decade, HUSA has shaped, formed, and influenced the direction of Howard University… and the work continues.

President Brandon Harris (Junior Political Science Major from Memphis, TN) and Vice President William Roberts (3rd year law student from Philadelphia, PA) lead the 50th Administration of the HUSA Executive Branch. This pair is rare in HUSA’s history, because an undergraduate and a professional student share the organization’s helm. The 50th Administration is dedicated to forging a turning point in HUSA’s relationship with all of it’s key stake holders. HUSA has made a concerted effort to stay on top of student issues, and to inject the views and perspectives of the student body into all university action.

HUSA has numerous ways for you to become involved, including volunteering and becoming a member of the executive staff. To connect with HUSA and get involved, you may reach via hustudentassociation@gmail.com or call 202.806.4140.

Remember, HUSA wants YOU to know that they exist to help students and support you with any issues that may arise. No matter the size or scope of the problem, every student concern is a HUSA concern, and they are at your service!

What is HUSA?
The Howard University Student Association (HUSA) was established in 1961 and adopted its constitution in January of 1977. Our purpose is to provide input into the University's decision-making process; to act as spokesperson for the students; and to maintain communications concerning student's interests and concerns in all of the schools and colleges.

HUSA includes within its domain the entire student body; a legislative branch known as the General Assembly which consists of all representatives of the Undergraduate Student Assembly (UGSA) and the Graduate Student Assembly (GSA); a judicial branch known as the Policy Board which interprets the HUSA constitution; an the executive branch, administered by the President and Vice President. All officers are elected every spring for a one-year term.

HUSA's Mission Statement
We, the Howard University Student Association: the eyes, ears and voice for the Student Body, aim to create awareness and a more proactive approach to leadership. With a renewed vigor, we will facilitate the empowerment of the Student Body and to turn our academic learning into practical experiences that will uplift and unify a divided Pan-African community.