Harvard College
News, milestones, and profiles focused on the undergraduate experience.
Stand-Up to Simmer Down
In comedy groups, students find ways to be absurd, present, and a little less self-conscious.
by Nina Pasquini
The College’s Strong Admissions Yield
Nearly 77 percent of students enroll, disappointing those on the wait list.
New Post to Coordinate BGLTQ Resources for Undergraduates
Dean Evelynn M. Hammonds launches a national search for a director.
Reenacting Early Action
Harvard College reinstates nonbinding early-action for applicants.
ROTC Returns
As military service is opened to gays, the University agrees to end a ban dating to the Vietnam War era.
House Renovation: Swing Space Announced
As the College prepares to renovate Old Quincy, it identifies temporary quarters for the displaced students.
Amy Poehler to Speak on Class Day
The comic actress's credits include Parks and Recreation and Saturday Night Live.
Harvard College Admissions Rate Falls to 6.2 Percent
The College offers admission to 2,158 out of nearly 35,000 applicants.
Harvard College Reinstates Early Action
Along with the policy change, the College announced increases in tuition and financial aid for the upcoming year.
Prototyping House Renewal
A plan is in hand to rehab "Old Quincy" as a trial run.
A Teach-in on Teaching
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences convenes professors to talk about activity-based learning