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.

A summer program helps students from under-resourced high schools close a hidden academic gap.

The comedian and The Daily Show host gave the keynote address for Class Day 2026.

Former Harvard President Lawrence Bacow and poet Meghan O’Rourke urge graduates to focus on character and “radical attention.”

There’s a growing movement to curb light pollution. It starts on your front porch.

The Harvard Arts Medalist wants his smash-hit Cats revival to reach “as many young queer people” as possible.

In a sea of red brick, the Science Center and Peabody Terrace make their mark.

Harvard graduate and NASCAR racer Patrick Staropoli on pedals, attention, and fearlessness.

With a grade inflation vote and in the courts, the University argued that it’s taking steps to change.

An animal’s journey from grief to love shows how much humans need each other, too.