. Howard is a masculine given name derived from the English surname Howard. Calendar Reminder! Friday, Jan. [1] In 1968, a young Billy W. The Office of Admissions at Howard provides updated information for Undergraduate, Graduate, and Professional program admissions. No Half-Day Pre-K/RECC Monday, Jan. Find services for residents and businesses in Howard County. The county is home to Columbia, a planned community between Baltimore and Washington, D. C. The University also boasts nationally ranked programs in social work, business and communications.