Alumni
Explore Harvard alumni stories, news, and achievements—covering reunions, profiles, and the global impact of Harvard graduates.
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.
Comings and Goings
A sampling of forthcoming Harvard Club events around the country
Educational Activist
Teresa Clarke helps talented but low-income South African children through the Student Sponsorship Programme.
“Yankee” Rhymes with “Bernanke”
Roger Angell '42 resumes writing his light name-dropping, year-end verse, "Greetings, Friends!"
Secretary of Education Arne Duncan ’86
President-elect Obama has selected Chicago school superintendent Arne Duncan '86 to serve as Secretary of Education.
Bittersweet Victory
The Obama win, and the changes in American society it portends, came too late for some. Roger Angell remembers one of those individuals.
Barack Obama of Harvard Law School—and Beyond
During his student years at Harvard Law School, Barack Obama, J.D. ’91, now president-elect of the United States, also came to the attention of the wider University community.
Galbraith on Bush, Cheney, Paulson, Greenspan (and Galbraith)
Economist James K. Galbraith ’74 discusses the current crisis, Bush’s legacy, and his famous father.
Well Done
Recipients of the 2008 Harvard Alumni Association Awards
Keeping It Green
Profiles of Maryann Thompson, who practices sustainable architecture; Sarah Beatty, who founded a green building-supplies company; and David Hamilton, who works to preserve farmland
Albert Gallatin Browne Jr.
William P. MacKinnon profiles the early war correspondent who covered the Utah War against the Mormon government of Brigham Young.