Demoltion work on 60 Oxford Street | Photograph by Jim Harrison
Interior demolition work proceeded during the summer at 60 Oxford Street, formerly a Harvard computer facility, as it is completely renovated into the new home for the quantum science and engineering doctoral program, approved in 2021 (see harvard.mag.com/quantum/phd-21). The interdisciplinary effort involves research and teaching (graduate and undergraduate) in quantum physics, materials science, photonics, computer science, chemistry, and related fields.
Due to rain, the University held dual Convocation ceremonies for the Class of 2030 in Sanders Theatre.
President Alan M. Garber used traditional Memorial Church address to consider the unique qualities of human intelligence and learning.
After a final round of layoffs, University leaders say 165 staff jobs were eliminated across the division.
The president of Harvard Magazine’s Board of Directors will step down in September.
A roundup of University news from the summer of 2026
The Harvard graduate’s roundtable talk show touches on hot button issues from religion to sex.
