Commentary
In-depth perspectives and critical analysis from faculty, editors, and readers on public affairs, higher education, and Harvard’s evolving mission.
Higher Education at an Inflection Point
Making the case for higher education, diversity, the humanities, speech, and more—at a perilous time
Who Should Define Campus Free Speech?
Skirmishing about what it means to protest
Harvard Disciplinary Dysfunction
Learning from the spring protest and punishments
Disruptions to Harvard's 2023-2024 Academic Year
Diminished academic freedom, endangered disciplines, lost academic focus, and more
Raising Voices
Saying things unsaid since October 7
A Look in the Mirror
Challenges for Harvard governance and leadership
Legacies’ Legacy
Adapting admissions to new socioeconomic and political circumstances
Not Sporting?
Crimson athletics meets the transfer portal, compensation for student names and images, different demographics, and other looming threats
Unfinished Business
As President Bacow passes the baton to President Gay, work remains in Allston, online education, FAS planning, and admissions