Features

The True Cost of Grade Inflation at Harvard

How an abundance of A’s created “the most stressed-out world of all.”

by Lindsay Mitchell

How MAGA Went Mainstream at Harvard

Trump, TikTok, and the pandemic are reshaping Gen Z politics.

by Nina Pasquini

A New Narrative of Civil Rights

Political philosopher Brandon Terry’s vision of racial progress

by Lydialyle Gibson

A Timeline of Conflicts Between Harvard and the Federal Government

From campus protests to policy clashes, a timeline of Harvard’s tensions with Washington

by Olivia Farrar

Harvard Commencement 2025

Harvard passes a test of its values, yet challenges loom.

by Jonathan Shaw

The Harvard Professor Who Quantified Democracy

Erica Chenoweth’s data shows how—and when—authoritarians fall.

by Lydialyle Gibson

Harvard’s Standoff: The Legal Teams

A roster of lawyers on both sides

by Max J. Krupnick

What Research Is at Risk in Harvard’s Federal Funding Cuts?

A sampling of the 1,000-plus University studies canceled by federal funding cuts

by Lydialyle Gibson

What Happens if Harvard Loses Its International Students

Research, revenue, and global standing are all on the line.

by Nina Pasquini

Who’s Involved in Harvard’s Fight with the Trump Administration?

The people shaping the battle over federal funding, international students, and DEI

by Nina Pasquini

How Will Federal Actions Affect Harvard’s Finances?

Putting Harvard’s $53 billion endowment into perspective

by Jonathan Shaw