March 7, 2026

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UDC Searches for New Chief of Police Amid Community Engagement

The University of the District of Columbia (UDC) is currently in the process of searching for a new Chief of Police, as the institution seeks to enhance campus safety and foster stronger ties with the community. Officer Christopher Brown is serving as the interim Chief of Police during this transitional period. The decision to search […]

“Are They Watching Us”: UDC Students Question the Divide Between Their Campus and HBCU Culture

The University of the District of Columbia (UDC) is no stranger to the challenges that come with being an HBCU in a nontraditional setting. With a predominantly commuter-based student body, a lack of dorms, and a campus that doesn’t fit the typical “college experience,” many students feel disconnected from the dynamic, freedom-filled culture that defines […]

UDC students at the Spring Bling carnival

The University of the District of Columbia (UDC) kicked off its annual Spring Bling with a carnival on Tuesday, April 8, transforming Dennard Plaza into a festival filled with music, food, and games, despite the chilly, un-springlike weather. With temperatures around 50 degrees and strong winds sweeping across the plaza, many students and staff were bundled up in […]

UDC SPRING BLING: A 2000s throwback celebration!

Spring is here, and that means it’s time to bring the heat with UDC SPRING BLING! This year, we’re turning back the clock to the fabulous 2000s, and we want you to join us for a week filled with fun, fashion, and unforgettable memories. From April 7th to April 12, 2025, the District of Columbia […]

UDC marks 15 year partnership with DC’s Cherry Blossom Festival

WASHINGTON, D.C. — While the cherry blossoms dazzled the city in a quick, four-day peak bloom this past weekend, their beauty was matched by the deeper community impact happening behind the scenes. The University of the District of Columbia (UDC) marked its 15th year as a key partner in the National Cherry Blossom Festival, working […]

UDC’s Chorale Performs at “HBCU Night” at NBA Game

The University of the District of Columbia’s Chorale delivered a standout performance of the Star-Spangled Banner during HBCU Night at a Washington Wizards NBA game, broadcast to a nationally televised audience and in front of 17,000 attendees at the Capital One Arena. Under the direction of Music Director Johnny Butler, the Chorale captured the moment to […]

Stanley Gonzalez beats the odds and goes to college

Stanley Gonzalez’s journey to the University of the District of Columbia’s Van Ness Campus has been filled with challenges related to his English language barrier. Against all odds,  Gonzalez is striving to obtain a bachelor’s degree in Human Development from the College of Arts and Sciences to work in the District public school system as […]

UDC women’s lacrosse wallops Crosstown D3 foe

The UDC women’s lacrosse team eviscerated Trinity Washington University (NCAA Division III) 24-5 in a shortened game on April 16, 2024, to earn its first 2024 victory. Junior defender Michelle Mitchell (Mechanicsville, MD/Chopticon High School) dominated the scoreboard with seven goals off ten shots and an assist. A dynamic duo of Najee Gunter (Philadelphia, PA/Academy […]