WHUT Wins 2 Capital Emmy Awards!
WHUT is proud to announce that we were honored with two Capital Emmy Awards this past weekend, recognizing our commitment to producing impactful, educational, and culturally significant programming that informs, inspires, and uplifts our community.
These prestigious awards celebrate the outstanding work of our talented producers, directors, and storytellers who continue to bring meaningful stories to audiences across the Washington, D.C. region and beyond.
Capital Emmy Award Winners:
Education/Schools — Short Form Content
The Mecca’s Stage
Explore Howard University's Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts, where the Department of Theatre Arts continues a legacy of Black storytelling and representation. Hear from alumni and creators who’ve made their mark on stage and screen and see how the department is shaping the next generation of performers in an evolving industry.
Historical/Cultural — Long Form Content
DECADES: Barry’s Blueprint
DECADES: Barry’s Blueprint traces the roots of D.C.’s Marion Barry Summer Youth Employment Program. Through the voices of those who helped expand it after Barry’s election as mayor, we uncover how a bold vision for youth empowerment became a lasting legacy of opportunity and community investment.
Celebrating Excellence in Public Media
These honors reflect WHUT’s ongoing mission to tell stories that educate, preserve history, celebrate culture, and amplify voices that are often underrepresented in mainstream media.
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Angela Hailstorks, Torrance Hill, T.L. Benton, Mustafa Tariq, and everyone involved in bringing these award-winning productions to life. Their dedication to excellence continues to strengthen WHUT’s role as a trusted source of storytelling and public service media.
Angela Hailstorks and Torrance Hill accepting WHUT’s Capital Emmy’s
As Howard University Television, WHUT remains committed to producing content that informs, engages, and empowers our audiences. We are honored to receive this recognition and look forward to continuing to share stories that matter.
Join us in celebrating this incredible achievement and the talented team members who made it possible.
Watch the Acceptance Speeches Below
The Mecca’s Stage Acceptance Speech
DECADES: Barry’s Blueprint Acceptance Speech