Alumni | May 1, 2013

Commencement & Reunion Guide

A glimpse into the graduating class of 2013; plus, Commencement apparel, new restaurants and establishments, and events listings

Harvard Magazine's Commencement & Reunion Guide, published in the May-June 2013 issue, offers a fascinating glimpse into the graduating class of 2013.

Learn about the tradition of women's hats for Commencement, read a round-up of new Harvard Square restaurants and establishments, or review the calendar of the week's events. Plus, don't miss an update on campus construction you'll notice upon your return to campus (with photos).

Finally, cast your vote in this year's Commencement poll.

Karl Deisseroth revolutionized neuroscience. Navanethem “Navi” Pillay has adjudicated cases in international courts concerning genocide.

The Harvard triathlete and coach says she helps normal people to “do extraordinary things.”

The outgoing executive director and Harvard Business School graduate went from dancing The Nutcracker to growing a ballet company.

As humanities shrink across higher education, one department is flourishing. Is its success a fluke, or a roadmap?

The federal government has launched unprecedented actions against the University. Here’s a guide.

The two birds will be on display at Harvard this summer.

A rare Egyptian mummy case is on display at the Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East.

As humanities shrink across higher education, one department is flourishing. Is its success a fluke, or a roadmap?

The Harvard triathlete and coach says she helps normal people to “do extraordinary things.”