Commentary

In-depth perspectives and critical analysis from faculty, editors, and readers on public affairs, higher education, and Harvard’s evolving mission.

Making Waves with Philosophy

A conversation with Harvard professor Michael Sandel

by Lydialyle Gibson

The economics of a Boston Olympics analyzed

An economic analyst of sports dissects the assumptions behind Boston's bid for the 2024 Olympics.

by Andrew Zimbalist

A final, post-graduation night at Harvard, recalled one year out

The night after Commencement, one year out

by Noah B. Pisner

A Harvard undergraduate on growing up and taking risks

A Harvard undergraduate ponders growing up and taking risks.

by Maia Silber

Harvard students find not being connected is not really an option, but still…

Harvard students find that not being connected is not really an option, but still…

by Olivia Munk

Harvard College honor code

A letter from the editor

by John S. Rosenberg

Letters on climate change, China’s gains, palliative care, and more

Climate change, China’s gains, palliative care

A Harvard student reflects on undergraduates giving and taking care

Coping with what the college brochures don’t tell you

by Melanie Wang

A letter from the editor on Harvard's construction costs

A letter from the editor on Harvard’s construction costs