March 1, 2002

News from the HAA

From The March-April 2002 Issue

Published in the March-April 2002 print issue in the Alumni section.

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Meet Harvard’s 2026 Student Commencement Speakers

Two undergraduates and a Ph.D. candidate will address the graduating class on May 28.

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Harvard Faculty Approve a Cap on A Grades

Reforms to reduce grade inflation will take effect in the fall of 2027.

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Your Harvard 2026 Commencement Week Guide

College reunions and Alumni Day will take place the following week

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A Harvard Economist Probes the Affordable Housing Crisis

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This Harvard-Trained Lawyer Fights for the Rights of Chickens

Alene Anello wants to apply animal cruelty laws to birds raised for meat.