About Howard University

Alton Henley currently serves as the college-wide Dean of Business, Economics, Accounting, Computer Applications, Hospitality Management, and Paralegal Studies at Montgomery College, bringing a unique blend of industry and academic experience to his role. His career spans 20 years in the IT industry followed by 12 years in education, where he has taught Web Development, Analytics, and Cybersecurity. His academic credentials include a bachelor's degree in Liberal Studies from Excelsior College and an MBA in Finance from Howard University. Before his current position, he served as the senior director of the Information Technology Institute in Workforce Development and Continuing Education at Montgomery College, where he managed over 300 courses annually and mentored more than 70 part-time faculty and staff. His leadership has contributed to significant program expansions, including growing the Montgomery Can Code program by 200%

Dr. Carlos Buskey brings over two decades of professional experience to his role as Assistant Professor at Howard University's School of Business Information Systems Department, which he joined in 2015. His academic journey includes a doctorate in Computer Sciences from Pace University in Westchester, NY, a graduate degree in Management Information Systems from Bowie State University, and an undergraduate degree in Information Systems and Decision Sciences from Virginia State University. Before entering academia, he spent 22 years as a business and technology consultant, bringing valuable real-world experience to his teaching. His research focuses on critical areas of modern technology, including social capital, cybersecurity, technology availability, and technology education, making him a valuable contributor to both academic research and practical applications in the field of information systems.

Dr. Dennis Davenport has built an impressive career dedicated to advancing mathematics education and diversity in STEM fields since earning his Ph.D. from Howard University. His journey includes significant contributions at Miami University, where he founded the Summer Undergraduate Mathematical Science Research Institute (SUMSRI) targeting underrepresented groups and women, and established the Mathematical Enrichment Program (MEP). He directed the Miami University program of the Ohio Science and Engineering Alliance (OSEA), part of the NSF Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation program, and served as a Visiting Scientist at NSF (2000-2002, 2009-2011) and as a Visiting Professor at the United States Military Academy (2004). Currently at his alma mater Howard University, he serves as Graduate Director and Associate Chair in the Mathematics Department, chairs the American Mathematical Society's Policy Committee on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, and since 2018 has directed an innovative REU program combining summer research with year-round academic engagement for students.

Dr. Moussa Doumbia combines expertise in data science and mathematical biology as a faculty member at Howard University, where he earned his Ph.D. in Mathematics. His research spans multiple disciplines, focusing on modeling infectious diseases and developing mathematical models for biological systems. As a data scientist, he specializes in deep learning, big data engineering, predictive modeling, and natural language processing. His academic work includes developing parametric models for studying malaria incidence in Mali and Nigeria, while his teaching encompasses both traditional mathematics and modern data science applications. A multilingual scholar speaking English, French, Mangding, and Spanish, he brings diverse perspectives to his work in mathematical biology and data analysis. His expertise extends to creating efficient equations and models that utilize field and laboratory data, contributing to both theoretical research and practical applications in disease modeling.

Dr. Morris Thomas serves as the Assistant Provost for Digital and Online Learning and Director of the Center for Excellence in Teaching, Learning and Assessment (CETLA) at Howard University. His expertise spans multiple areas, including teaching in the School of Business and School of Education. He holds a Ph.D. in higher education administration from Morgan State University, along with multiple master's degrees in educational policy, instructional technology management, and classical vocal performance. His contributions to education include developing the E.N.H.A.N.C.E. Learning Model and "The W.H.O.L.E. Experience" framework for addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion in learning environments. As a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and Quality Matters Master Reviewer, he leads the Project Management Essentials course on Coursera, which has enrolled over 20,000 students. His leadership extends to serving on various advisory boards and as Chair of the Quality Matters Academic Advisory Council, while maintaining active involvement in research focused on instructional dynamics and course design