Commentary
In-depth perspectives and critical analysis from faculty, editors, and readers on public affairs, higher education, and Harvard’s evolving mission.
I Used to Think AI Could Make Me a Better Writer
A former Harvard College writing tutor changes her mind on LLMs.
Harvard President Bacow on Nobel Prizes
President Bacow on Nobel honorands and curiosity-driven research
Letters from our readers
Gun violence, drug laws, climate change and more
Harvard budget surpluses and academic aims
On the University’s fiscal position and academic aspirations
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.
Letters from our readers
Letters on Angela Davis, the Bureau of Study Counsel, climate change, and more
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 family roots, Dani Rodrik, opioid associations, and more