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Radcliffe Institute Announces 2026-2027 Fellows

Scholars will tap Harvard’s intellectual resources during the coming academic year.

by Olivia Farrar

Harvard's Hasty Pudding names Kerry Washington Woman of the Year

The Hasty Pudding picks the Scandal actress for its famous pot.

by Laura Levis

Harvard study estimates cancer risk in twins

A new study offers a clearer picture of how genetics and the environment influence cancer risk in families. 

by Sophia Nguyen

After Hawaii tournament, Harvard men's basketball prepares for conference play

Harvard men’s basketball prepares for conference play.

by David L. Tannenwald

Curriculum overhaul at Harvard College

Harvard prepares to reset its undergraduate curriculum—again.

by John S. Rosenberg

Aga Khan speaks at the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs at Harvard

His Highness speaks about welcoming differences in the modern world.

by Ali S. Asani

Ruth Kevess-Cohen is boosting Esperanto online.

Ruth Kevess-Cohen ’78 is boosting the international language online.

by Olivia Campbell

Dick Bolles continues to improve “What Color Is Your Parachute?”

Job counselor Dick Bolles ’50 keeps “chugging away.”

by Bailey Trela

After nearly toppling Kansas, Harvard men’s basketball bests BU

After nearly toppling Kansas, Harvard men’s basketball bests BU.

by David L. Tannenwald

Harvard fall 2015 news briefs

Medical dean stepping down, Rhodes and Marshall scholars, more conservative Winthrop House addition, and more