Alumni

Explore Harvard alumni stories, news, and achievements—covering reunions, profiles, and the global impact of Harvard graduates.

Don’t Be A ‘Solo Superhero,’ Jonny Kim Tells Harvard Alumni

The astronaut, doctor, and Navy SEAL delivered keynote remarks at the University’s Alumni Day festivities.

by Schuyler Velasco

News and Notices

Comings and Goings; Return to Harvard Day; and a special notice regarding Harvard's Commencement Exercises

A Death in the Harvard Family: John Updike ’54, Litt.D. ’92

Noted author John Updike ’54, Litt.D. ’92, died of lung cancer on January 27 at the age of 76.

Inaugural Addresses Then and Now

An archival look at presidential inaugural talks, and a contemporary, amusing historian's take on the often-clunky, but increasingly populist, first-day rhetoric.

Barney Frank: "The Most Outspoken Man in the House"

Jeffrey Toobin profiles Congressman Barney Frank, the most important figure in the House of Representatives involved in legislating solutions to the financial crisis.

Obama's Daunting International Agenda

Journalist David E. Sanger's new book outlines the huge international security challenges facing the new administration.

The Mature Dating Game

A look at the world of dating for those over 45

by Nell Porter-Brown

Up in the Air

Aerial photographer Alex MacLean documents the effects of the American lifestyle on the American landscape.

by Paul Gleason

Habeas Corpus and the War on Terrorism

In the fight against terrorists, habeas corpus has played a key role in efforts to balance civil liberties against national security.

by Jonathan Shaw

Edward M. Kennedy '54, LL.D. '08

In a special Harvard convocation, Senator Edward M. Kennedy receives an honorary degree.

Harvard alumni in the 111th Congress

Harvardians in the 111th Congress