Harvard College
News, milestones, and profiles focused on the undergraduate experience.
Harvard College Dean Deming Launches Podcast
In interviews with accomplished people, he traces their circuitous routes to success.
Ronny Chieng Tells Harvard to ‘Destroy AI’ as Graduates Cheer
The comedian and The Daily Show host gave the keynote address for Class Day 2026.
Faculty Set to Vote on Grade Inflation Proposal
Results of the email ballot will be announced on May 20.
Harvard Awards Teaching and Mentoring Prizes
Harvard College and GSAS recognize outstanding faculty contributors.
Readers Respond to Our Grade Inflation Survey
A sampling of answers
Harvard’s 2026 Miller-Hunn Awards Honor Nine Alumni
The recipients volunteered their time to support undergraduate admissions.
Faculty Postpone Vote on Grade Inflation Reforms
A decision on an amended proposal to cap A’s will likely come at next month’s meeting.
Readers Respond to Our ‘Grade Inflation’ Survey
A sampling of thoughts about the many A’s at Harvard
Harvard Faculty Debate Plan to Cap A Grades
At a lively meeting, faculty members weighed a grade inflation plan that most agreed is imperfect.
Harvard Graduates Can Donate Directly to Their Houses on Housing Day
A new initiative encourages small-dollar donations for improving student life.
A Cap on A’s at Harvard? Students and Faculty Raise Concerns at Town Hall
Dozens debate the grade inflation proposal that faculty will discuss next week.