Commentary
In-depth perspectives and critical analysis from faculty, editors, and readers on public affairs, higher education, and Harvard’s evolving mission.
A History of Harvard Magazine
Harvard’s independent alumni magazine—at 127 years old
Cambridge 02138
Letters on admissions, academic presses, the solicitor general, and more
The View from Mass Hall
President Larry Bacow on Truth
Affirmative action, legacies, Harvard admissions
Affirmative action, donor and staff preferences, and other Harvard College admissions challenges
The Undergraduate considers the composition of Harvard College
The Undergraduate considers the composition of Harvard College.
Ulysses S. Grant profile by Elizabeth D. Samet
Brief history of the image of a hero: 1822-1885
Matching Harvard’s money to its mission
Matching Harvard’s money to its mission
The Undergraduate considers study abroad
The Undergraduate considers study abroad.
Letters on President Bacow, the solicitor general, Facebook, and more
Letters on President Bacow, the solicitor general, Facebook, and more
Letters on faculty diversity, general education, advanced standing, and more
Letters on faculty diversity, general education, advanced standing, and more
The View from Mass Hall
President Bacow looks ahead to his new freshman year.