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Is Memory Connected to Creativity?

Harvard’s Daniel L. Schacter on how recreating past events can lead to divergent thought

by Olivia Farrar

A Shakeup at Harvard’s Legacy of Slavery Initiative

A research team’s abrupt layoff sparks wider concerns about the University project. 

by Lydialyle Gibson

Five Questions with Audrey Chang ’25 of the Harvard Responsible Computing Club

The College senior on creating structures for responsible tech use

by Max J. Krupnick

Affordable Homeownership in Allston

An affordable homeownership project is proposed on a Harvard-donated site in Allston.

by Jonathan Shaw

Jodie Foster to Receive 2025 Radcliffe Medal

The actress and filmmaker will receive the Institute’s highest honor on May 9.

by Nina Pasquini

The Psychology of Virtual Reality

Harvard’s Steven Pinker on the psychology underlying the experience—and limitations—of VR

by Olivia Farrar

James J. Husson Appointed Head of Development

Academic fundraising veteran joins Harvard April 1

by John S. Rosenberg

Harvard Settles Antisemitism Lawsuits

Adopts IHRA definition, bolsters antisemitism education

by Max J. Krupnick

Poet and lawyer Reginald Dwayne Betts on Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy

Poet and lawyer Reginald Dwayne Betts on Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy

by Lydialyle Gibson

Harvard Overseer Candidates’ 2025 Priorities

Governing-board nominees’ perspectives on the University’s challenges and opportunities

by John S. Rosenberg

Board of Overseers and HAA Elected Director Candidates

Slates announced for spring election

by Nell Porter-Brown

The Fish in Harvard Square

Artist Isola Murray’s child-size animals

by Olivia Farrar