Commentary
In-depth perspectives and critical analysis from faculty, editors, and readers on public affairs, higher education, and Harvard’s evolving mission.
An Original Magna Carta, Hidden in Plain Sight
A rare original surfaces at Harvard at an “almost providential” moment.
by Nina Pasquini
Square Scribes
Harvard Square retailers’ tales—and a changing local scene
by Primus VI
Zelia Nuttall
Brief life of a remarkable anthropologist (1857-1933)
by Merilee Grindle
Yesterday’s News
Harvard Law School: the skating rink
Football: The Tapestry
David C.K. McClelland’s famous Lampoon cover
by Craig Lambert
Harvard’s G.O.A.T.
Remembering Charlie Brickley at the Crimson’s football sesquicentennial
by Dick Friedman
Yesterday’s News
Courses in swimming pool management and table-waiting—with an eye toward summer employment
“The Promise of This New Presidency”
Harvard officially installs Claudine Gay, its thirtieth leader.
A “Romper Room” Diploma
President Claudine Gay’s first semester-opening Morning Prayers
by John S. Rosenberg
A “Scholar’s Scholar”
A profile of Harvard’s thirtieth president
by John S. Rosenberg
Getting Close, in Selma
Acting at a moment of conscience
by Drew Gilpin Faust