'Inspired': Howard University alumni discuss VP-elect Kamala Harris on eve of Inauguration Day 2021 Howard University alumni celebrate Harris’ career By Wednesday afternoon, a Howard University graduate will be vice president of the United States of America – and her fellow alums couldn’t be any happier. WASHINGTON (FOX 5 DC) - By Wednesday afternoon, a Howard University graduate will be vice president of the United States of America – and her fellow alums couldn’t be any happier. "Inspired," said Howard grad Kris Christian when asked how she was feeling about Kamala Harris becoming the nation’s first Black, African American, and female VP.