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Court Blocks International Student Visa Rule

Citing improper procedure, a district judge postponed the government’s efforts to cap student visas at four years.

by Jonathan Shaw

How J. Max Bond Jr. Honored Black History Through Architecture

A new book explores the Harvard-trained architect’s vision and impact, from Ground Zero to the Smithsonian.

by Brian D. Goldstein

The Arctic Is Changing. What Does It Mean for Geopolitics?

Harvard’s Arctic Initiative brings together researchers from across disciplines to understand rapid warming.

by Olivia Farrar

FAS Fund for Ph.D. Students Reaches $100 Million Goal

The division is launching a new fundraising effort to support 50 additional students.

by Lydialyle Gibson

Harvard Law School Announces a New National Security Initiative

The program will focus on the U.S. Congress and the separation of powers in its first year.

by Tamara Evdokimova

‘What Do We Dream Of at Harvard?’

President Alan M. Garber used traditional Memorial Church address to consider the unique qualities of human intelligence and learning.

by Jonathan Shaw

Garber Welcomes Class of 2030 to ‘Constellation Harvard’

Due to rain, the University held dual Convocation ceremonies for the Class of 2030 in Sanders Theatre.

by Schuyler Velasco

Harvard Expert: Regulate AI Like Any Other Technology

Alexander Pascal, the executive director of Harvard’s Berkman Klein Center, says governments should not passively accept that AI is inevitable.

by Olivia Farrar

Jason Furman: Capitalism Is Working. It Could Work Better.

On Open to Debate, the Harvard economist defended free market competition—with meaningful government involvement. 

by Schuyler Velasco

Harvard Agrees to $53 Million Settlement in Body Parts Theft Case

The University will compensate families of those whose remains were sold and establish a scholarship to honor anatomical donors.

by Lydialyle Gibson

Harvard Magazine Questionnaire: Social Media and You

Tell us about how social media impacts your daily life.

FAS Overhaul Brings Deep Cuts to Social Sciences, Phillips Brooks House

After a final round of layoffs, University leaders say 165 staff jobs were eliminated across the division.

by Lydialyle Gibson