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.
At a botany institute in China, finding hope for the country's environment
A summer naturalist in China
by Lulu Tsao
School-sick: an undergraduate misses college after a summer abroad
Realizing you miss college after a summer abroad
Halfway through college, decisions close in
The Undergraduate, halfway through the College, finds time speeding up, in academics and in life.
One undergraduate's summer, growing up—and not
A Cambridge summer: growing up—and not
Readers weigh in on prosecuting for government actions in the wake of 9/11
Readers discuss executive power and the law; torture; and prosecution for government acts in the wake of the terror attacks. Read their opinions and share yours.
College student discovers fringe benefits in a 9-to-5 job
An undergraduate enjoys Cambridge on a saner summer schedule.
Arthur Kleinman on the societal and medical ramifications of caregiving
A scholar experiences the moral acts that come before—and go beyond—modern medicine.
Why college friendships are special
Why college friendships are special
Harvard student's summer research job
An undergraduate in Cambridge discovers a new way of enjoying her "intellectual Wheaties."
Readers discuss their experiences and opinions on dropping out of Harvard
Did you drop out? Did someone you know? Share your stories and opinions.