Commentary
In-depth perspectives and critical analysis from faculty, editors, and readers on public affairs, higher education, and Harvard’s evolving mission.
Trump Administration Appeals Order Restoring $2.7 Billion in Funding to Harvard
The appeal, which had been expected, came two days before the deadline to file.
Finding beauty in the complexities of applied science
The Undergraduate finds beauty in the complexities of applied science.
A better way to reduce gun violence
David Hemenway advocates a pragmatic, public-health-based solution to gun homicides and suicides.
The View from Mass Hall
President Bacow describes the potential for Harvard’s new Allston campus to benefit both gown and town.
Articulating a vision for Crimson athletes—and fellow students
Articulating a vision for Crimson athletes—and fellow students
The Undergraduate on the ethics of gathering knowledge
The Undergraduate explores the ethics of gathering knowledge.
by Julie Chung
Letters from our readers
Letters on Angela Davis, the Bureau of Study Counsel, climate change, and more
Letters from our readers
Letters on family roots, Dani Rodrik, opioid associations, and more
The view from Mass Hall
President Bacow describes Harvard’s multifaceted approach to “a defining challenge of our time.”
From Bureau of Study Counsel to Academic Resource Center
From Bureau of Study Counsel to Academic Resource Center
The Undergraduate considers activism, in college and after
An activist on activism, in college and after