The Most Famous Alumnus of Howard University, Ranked
Voting rules: Choose the alumnus you think is the most famous!
Updated on Apr 30, 2024 07:02
Understanding the impact of Howard University's notable alumni can provide insight into the historical and cultural contributions they have made across various fields. By recognizing and ranking these individuals, we gain a better understanding of the significant roles they played and how they have helped shape contemporary society.
This dynamic list serves as a tribute to the legacy and ongoing influence of Howard University's alumni. Your involvement through voting helps highlight those figures who have resonated the most over time and ensures their stories continue to inspire future generations.
Who Is the Most Famous Alumnus of Howard University?
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175votesSupreme Court Justice and civil rights activist who graduated with honors from Howard University Law School in 1933.Thurgood Marshall in other rankings
- Position 1 of 10 in Most famous black lawyer
- Position 3 of 10 in Most famous person from Maryland
- Position 5 of 10 in Most famous attorney
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215votes
Lawrence Jackson · Public domainThe first woman, first Black person, and first South Asian American to become Vice President of the United States. Harris earned her undergraduate degree from Howard University in 1986.Kamala Harris in other rankings- Position 3 of 10 in Most famous person in California
- Position 4 of 10 in Most famous person from the Bay Area
- Position 6 of 10 in Most famous liberal
- Position 7 of 10 in Most famous black lawyer
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328votes
Toni Morrison
Toni MorrisonPulitzer Prize-winning author and Nobel laureate who taught at Howard University from 1984 to 1989.Toni Morrison is a novel- Year of publication: 1970
- Genre: Fiction
- Narrative style: Multi-perspective
- Themes: Race, identity, memory
- Awards: Pulitzer Prize for Fiction, Nobel Prize in Literature
Toni Morrison in other rankings- Position 3 of 10 in Most famous Cornell alumni
- Position 4 of 10 in Most famous African-American female artist
- Position 6 of 10 in Most famous American author
- Position 10 of 10 in Most famous author of all time
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418votes
Chadwick Boseman
Chadwick BosemanActor best known for his role as T'Challa in the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Black Panther. Boseman graduated from Howard University in 2000 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Directing.Chadwick Boseman was an American actor, best known for his portrayal of the superhero Black Panther in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He gained widespread recognition for his talent and versatility, appearing in various critically acclaimed films.- Date of Birth: November 29, 1976
- Date of Death: August 28, 2020
- Nationality: American
- Famous Roles: Black Panther, James Brown, Jackie Robinson
- Awards: Screen Actors Guild Award, MTV Movie Award, NAACP Image Award
Chadwick Boseman in other rankings- Position 3 of 10 in Most famous person from South Carolina
- Position 6 of 10 in Most handsome African American actor
- Position 8 of 10 in Most attractive actor
- Position 9 of 10 in Most famous African American actor
- Position 10 of 10 in Most famous current actor
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59votesEmmy Award-winning actress best known for her role as Clair Huxtable on The Cosby Show. Rashad graduated from Howard University in 1970 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theater.
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612votes
David Shankbone · CC BY 3.0Author and journalist whose work focuses on race and social issues. Coates graduated from Howard University in 1997 with a degree in English. -
715votes
Photo by Steve Mack/S.D. Mack Pictures · Public domainThe first Black mayor of New York City, who earned his law degree from Howard University in 1956. -
84votes
Unknown authorUnknown author · Public domainAuthor and anthropologist whose works include Their Eyes Were Watching God and Mules and Men. Hurston attended Howard University from 1918 to 1924. -
912votesPoet, playwright, and political activist who attended Howard University in the early 1950s.
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102votesActress, dancer, and choreographer who graduated from Howard University in 1971 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in classical Greek literature, speech, and theater.
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Ranking factors for famous alumnus
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AchievementsConsider the impact and accomplishments of the individual in their field of work and beyond.
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RecognitionLook at the awards and honors received by the individual, both nationally and internationally.
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Impact on the UniversityConsider if the individual has made significant contributions to Howard University through donations, mentorship, or advocacy.
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InfluenceLook at how the individual has influenced or inspired others in their field or beyond.
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Time periodConsider the historical context in which the individual attended Howard University and the impact they had during that time.
About this ranking
This is a community-based ranking of the most famous alumnus of Howard University. We do our best to provide fair voting, but it is not intended to be exhaustive. So if you notice something or alumnus is missing, feel free to help improve the ranking!
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Voting Rules
A participant may cast an up or down vote for each alumnus once every 24 hours. The rank of each alumnus is then calculated from the weighted sum of all up and down votes.
More information on most famous alumnus of howard university
Howard University, located in Washington D.C., is one of the most prestigious historically black universities in the United States. Founded in 1867, it has produced numerous notable alumni including politicians, activists, artists, and athletes. Among these alumni, there are many who have achieved great fame in their respective fields. In this poll, we aim to determine who is the most famous alumnus of Howard University. With so many accomplished individuals to choose from, it will be interesting to see who comes out on top.
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