Programs

Brunch with Strangers (BWS) brings together Howard University College of Medicine alumni and current students for meaningful conversations, networking, and mentorship. The program provides an opportunity to build lasting connections, share experiences, and discuss careers in medicine, residency, and future professional goals.

The Annual Freshman Fish Fry welcomes the newest class of Howard University College of Medicine students into the HUMAA family. This annual tradition introduces students to the alumni community, fosters early connections, and reinforces HUMAA’s commitment to supporting future physicians throughout medical school and beyond.

The Long White Coat Ceremony marks one of the most meaningful milestones in a medical student’s journey as students graduate and prepare to begin residency. HUMAA proudly presents each graduate with their first long white coat—a symbol of achievement, professionalism, and their transition into the practice of medicine.

The Annual Scholarship Ceremony is one of HUMAA’s most treasured programs. Each year, HUMAA manages more than 100 endowed scholarships and one-time awards benefiting students enrolled at Howard University College of Medicine. Since 2021, HUMAA has awarded more than $1.5 million to deserving medical students.

Need More Black Doctors invites the public to support HUMAA’s investment in the growth of Black physicians. With the average Black medical student graduating with more than $200,000 in student loan debt, financial support is critical to increasing the number of Black physicians.