University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
The Harvard AI Debate Heats Up
The University has pushed the adoption of AI into teaching and operations, but faculty resistance is growing louder.
Reckoning with Repair
An update on the presidential initiative on Harvard and the legacy of slavery
A Vision for Post-Pandemic Harvard
Taking stock of a pandemic year, President Bacow sketches how Harvard might change—and where it will not.
Harvard COOP’s Major Makeover
Sweeping renovations and consolidation are under way.
The Crisis in Civic Education
A U.S. Department of Education-funded study, coauthored by Danielle Allen, calls for urgent reinvestment in civic education.
Harvard Commencement Virtual Again Ruth Simmons Speaker
The 370th degree-conferral will be online for the second consecutive year—with Ruth Simmons as guest speaker.
Harvard Endowment Fossil-Fuel Holdings Net-Zero Progress
Harvard Management Company issues its first report on the “net-zero” greenhouse-gas emissions goal.
SFFA Supreme Court Appeal of Harvard Admissions Lawsuit
As expected, the anti-affirmative-action advocate appeals after losing in lower court rounds.
Baking Sourdough Bread is a Survival Instinct
A Harvard grandmother’s—and grandson’s—research
by Jacob Sweet
President Bacow joins leaders calling for immigration reform
President Bacow joins a chorus of leaders calling for comprehensive immigration reform.
Ivy League Cancels Spring Competition
A fourth consecutive season is shuttered.
by Jacob Sweet