Howard Receives R1 Designation
Howard has been conferred a Research One (R1) Carnegie Classification, indicating “very high research spending and doctorate production.” R1 is widely considered to be the highest research activity classification among colleges and universities in the United States. Howard University is the only historically Black college or university (HBCU) that has achieved the R1 designation.
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Shifting the Narrative: Research Shows that Children of Incarcerated Parents Can Be Highly Successful
Associate Professor Dr. Bahiyyah Muhammad dedicates her research to challenging the stigma surrounding children of incarcerated parents, highlighting their resilience and success.
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Howard University Receives “Research One” Carnegie Classification Indicating Highest Level of Research Production
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