Commentary
In-depth perspectives and critical analysis from faculty, editors, and readers on public affairs, higher education, and Harvard’s evolving mission.
Jack Reardon and Walter Cabot, Remembered
Plus, veteran higher education leader Thomas Ehrlich reflects on university curricula for his 70th reunion
by Primus VI
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
Letters on President Bacow, the solicitor general, Facebook, and more
Letters on President Bacow, the solicitor general, Facebook, and more
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 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.
Three challenges for Harvard in Allston
Making the most of Harvard’s “ultimate option”
Harvard through an African filter
The Undergraduate looks at Harvard through an African filter.