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
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
Arthur Augustus Johnson
Brief life of a Black baseball impresario: 1890-1951
by Kasey Uhlenhuth , Harry R. Lewis
Presidents’ Paths
Life decisions en route to Massachusetts Hall
by Primus VI
Yesterday’s News
Headlines from Harvard’s history
Trailblazer in Space Science: The Legacy of Harvard's Ursula B. Marvin
Brief life of a pioneering planetary geologist: 1921-2018
by David A. Kring
Origin Stories
Eminent professors’ life foundations
by Primus VI
Henry Rosovsky Memorial Service May 31
President Bacow invites the community to remember a Harvard giant.
by John S. Rosenberg
The Eviction of the Bow & Arrow Press
The Adams House space that gave the letterpress studio its name will become a student common room.
by Craig Lambert
Yesterday’s News
Headlines from Harvard’s history