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From Orchids to Octopi dramatizes evolution and paleontologist Farish Jenkins

From Orchids to Octopi draws on the work of many Harvardians and puts paleontologist Farish Jenkins on stage.

Bill Gates on stage at Sanders Theatre. He visited as part of a three-day tour of universities across the United States designed to inspire students and scholars to focus on the biggest problems facing humanity.

Bill Gates urges Harvard students toward public service

In a speech at Harvard, Gates exhorts students to commit their energies to solving the world's most pressing problems. Plus, audio from a conversation with Gates.

Harvard Headlines: Donald Berwick, squash, and academic volcanic fallout

A wrap-up of recent news about Harvard

<a href="http://ocp.hul.harvard.edu/reading/">View the exhibit</a>: The Harvard University Library Open Collections Program offers this multifaceted online exploration of the history of reading as reflected in holdings from the University’s libraries.

Libraries in the digital era: links to Harvard collections and a humorous video

Highlights from the digital collections of the Harvard libraries, and video humor

Blue-green aurichalcite on reddish gossan, from the Ojuela Mine in Mapimí, Durango, Mexico

Mineralogical Marvels

Rocky treasures from the Harvard Museum of Natural History

Video: Tennis coaches Bruce Wright and Dave Fish explain the "high set" concept

See the "high set" concept in action, with the Harvard men's tennis team and explanations from the coaches.

Bass professor of government Michael Sandel delivered a luncheon address that examined the way markets “leave their mark” on the rest of society.

Harvard in China: Michael Sandel comments on the moral limits of markets

Remarks by Michael Sandel

President Drew Faust suggested that China’s rapid expansion of higher education offers “unimagined possibilities for understanding and discovery.”

Harvard in China: Drew Faust voices hopes for a long and fruitful partnership

The president reflected on Harvard’s educational involvement with China through the years.

Harvard in China: Peter Bol and Tian Xiaofei discuss Chinese culture

A panel discussion with Peter Bol and Tian Xiaofei

Arthur Kleinman, Rabb professor of anthropology and professor of medical anthropology, lectured at Fudan University’s Contemporary Anthropology Forum.

Harvard in China: connections in medical anthropology, ecological city planning

Ethnographic perspectives on caregiving and Shanghai urban development

Chair of the Harvard China Fund William C. Kirby (left) and dean of Harvard Business School Jay O. Light address guests at the Harvard Center Shanghai celebratory reception and banquet. Kirby, who is Chang professor of China studies and Spangler Family professor of business administration, served as keynote speaker.

Harvard in China: William Kirby speaks on China in the global economy

Remarks by William C. Kirby

Harvard Center Shanghai is in the new office tower to the left (top); the 88-story Jin Mao Tower and 101-story World Financial Center rise to the right.

Harvard opens major China office

The University opens a major new facility to encourage research, student involvement, and teaching across the disciplines and professions.