In The Spotlight

vpointtaping2 Education

Join WHUT For This Months Taping of Vocal Point

WHUT/Howard University Television presents VOCAL POINT Ongoing Stigmas of Homosexuality in Communities of Color Join us for a live taping in the WHUT studios on Tuesday, June 11 at 7pm (Doors open at 6:30pm) 2222 4th Street NW, Washington DC 20059 Vocal Point is a new series from WHUT focuses on a wide variety of [...]

vpointgeneral Watch Video

Watch Vocal Point Episodes Here

  Vocal Point is a new series from WHUT focuses on a wide variety of important issues and concerns relevant to the greater DC metro area. We’re bringing together subject matter experts, advocates, community leaders and personal stories from those directly affected to gain a deeper understanding of the issues as well as identify resources [...]

tornado News

Death Toll From Devastating Tornado Revised Down

 Mark Memmott and EYDER PERALTA May 21, 2013 6:00 AM A day after a monster EF-5 tornado pummeled Moore, Okla., the focus turned to the victims. NPR’s Wade Goodwyn spent the day in the city talking to survivors. Christie Parrish decided to leave her home for her sister’s shelter. “You could hear [the tornado] like a mile [...]

85yo Health & Wellness

85-Year-Old Graduates From College, Finds Job

Willadene Zedan is leaving Marian University on Saturday with a bachelor’s degree, academic honors and a job offer. The employment market being what it is for newly minted college graduates, Willadene Zedan would stand out at Saturday’s commencement at Marian University in Fond du Lac, Wis., if only for the fact that she’ll begin the [...]

makersnew Community

Makers of DC: Howard Trailblazers

Makers : Howard Trailblazers is a series of vignettes centered around motivating and inspiring future “Makers” within the local community. What started off as a panel of distinguished faculty at Howard University discussing issues spiraling from the Makers documentary, became a collection of vignettes that enabled these dynamic woman to delve into the stories behind [...]

On Now


 
 
 

video game violence
Arts & Culture

What Next: Violence in the Media

Posted  January 2, 2013  by  Michael Cadenhead

Is there a consensus about violent media and violent behavior? How should parents respond to what their children see? An in-depth analysis on the culture of violence in the media. Continue Watch What Next: Violence in the Media on PBS. See more from After Newtown.    

Full Story »

shooting_1.640x360
News

Lawmakers Call for New Gun Rules

Posted  December 19, 2012  by  Michael Cadenhead

As funerals continued for shooting victims in Newtown, Conn., the White House and congressional leaders called for new gun legislation. Gwen Ifill speaks with Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va., a strong supporter of the Second Amendment, who explained that while there may be no easy solution, “Enough is enough.” Watch Pro Gun Rights Sen. Warner Says [...]

Full Story »

tmp0EyO1b.640x360
Business & Money

Find Out How to Avoid Foreclosure

Posted  December 18, 2012  by  Michael Cadenhead

If your name isn’t on your mortgage or deed, take these steps now — or you could face eviction First you lose your husband, then you lose your home. Talk about back-to-back blows. While there are no exact numbers, widows in their 50s and older these days are among the most vulnerable to foreclosure — [...]

Full Story »

why_january_1_may_be_the_worst_time_to_exercise_119547962_0.640x360
Health & Wellness

Why Jan. 1 May Be Worst Day to Start Getting Fit

Posted  December 13, 2012  by  Michael Cadenhead

Guilt, crowds and the weather conspire to thwart your resolutions, but these expert tips can set you up for success By Debra Witt | December 10, 2012 There’s never a bad time to start getting fit — well, except maybe for New Year’s Day, which just happens to be the most popular date for launching [...]

Full Story »

lte303
Education

Are HBCUs Relevant?! : Let’s Talk Education, Watch Full Episode

Posted  December 13, 2012  by  Michael Cadenhead

WHUT, serving the Washington DC area, has launched their Fall season of Let’s Talk Education. Let’s Talk Education is a half-hour roundtable discussion on issues facing today’s educational system. Hosted by Molette Green, guests range from educators and administrators, to authors, philosophers, newsmakers and community organizational members whose works offer insights into local education. Watch [...]

Full Story »