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Harvard Graduate Workers Begin Strike

In the second walkout in six months, union leaders call for better pay and benefits and a stronger grievance process.

by Lydialyle Gibson

Tommy Lee Jones named Harvard Arts Medalist

The actor, Class of 1969, will receive his award in April.

Tyler Gibbons and Robin MacArthur record Vermont folk songs

A musical Vermont couple record local music collected decades ago.

by Craig Lambert

President, provost, protestor messages on Harvard libraries

The administration says reorganizations, and staff reductions, will support better user experiences and a stronger system.

Harvard faculty elected to National Academy of Engineering

Harvard's George Church, genomics pioneer, and William George, healthcare and management leader, are recognized.

Father Paul O'Brien speaks about love and his vocation to the priesthood

Hearing a priest speak about his vocation changes an undergraduate's world view.

by Isabel Ruane

Panel on Islamophobia and anti-Americanism with Prince Alwaleed bin Talal

A panel addresses cultural misunderstandings and Arab "emancipation."

Symposium highlights innovative strategies for effective learning and teaching

Harvard's initiative to enhance learning and teaching begins.

Jeremy Lin of New York Knicks sets new Harvard mark

Lin scored 28 points, the most in an NBA game by a player who came from the Crimson.

Eric Mazur on new interactive teaching techniques

"Active learning" may overthrow the style of teaching that has ruled universities for 600 years.

by Craig Lambert

Videos show neurons lighting up as they fire

Videos show neurons lighting up as they fire.