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.

by Jonathan Shaw

The view from Mass Hall

President Drew Faust on Allston

by Drew Gilpin Faust

Ideas from Harvard's presidential search

Ideas from Harvard’s presidential search

The Undergraduate on Silicon Valley at Harvard

The Undergraduate on Silicon Valley at Harvard

by Natasha Lasky

Harvard Final Clubs: The Lingering Aftermath

Reflections on governance, enforcement, and the efficacy of the sanctions

by John S. Rosenberg

Harvard Square being remade

Thoughts on the coming reconstruction of Harvard Square—and the University’s front door

by John S. Rosenberg

Teaching rap in China, and contemplating one's blackness

Teaching rap in a Chinese high school, and contemplating one’s blackness

by Tawanda Mulalu

James Madison biography by Noah Feldman reviewed by Lincoln Caplan

Lincoln Caplan reviews Noah Feldman’s The Three Lives of James Madison: Genius, Partisan, President

by Lincoln Caplan

Letters From Our Readers

Readers comment on unequal university resources, educational effectiveness, final clubs, and first-generation students

The view from Mass Hall

President Drew Faust on the enduring struggle to assure access to education.

by Drew Gilpin Faust

What’s Your Take on Harvard’s Social Club Sanctions?

We invite members of the Harvard community to share their thoughts about social club sanctions.