September 1, 2000 Yesterday's News From the pages of the Harvard Alumni Bulletin and Harvard Magazine Most popular Harvard Stabilizes Finances With Strong Endowment Returns, Philanthropy Small operating surplus is dwarfed by reduced federal research support and endowment tax liabilities. How Philosophy at Harvard Saved Itself As humanities shrink across higher education, one department is flourishing. Is its success a fluke, or a roadmap? Treat AI Like a New Species, Harvard Scientist Says Joshua Joseph discusses how society can manage and coexist alongside self-governing AI agents. Explore More From Current Issue Museums & Collections A rare Egyptian mummy case is on display at the Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East. Harvard History Two tales of University greats—and an encounter with a Tiger AI Establishing legal responsibility for autonomous agents