Harvard in the Crosshairs

Ongoing coverage of Harvard, the Trump administration, and the future of higher ed.

Harvard Layoffs Continue, with More to Come

In the wake of federal government actions, several Harvard schools and institutes are cutting costs.

by Jonathan Shaw

Trump Administration Threatens Harvard’s Accreditation, Subpoenas Student Records

The federal government mounts pressure amid negotiations with Harvard.

by Nina Pasquini

In Federal Court, Harvard and the Government Have Friends

A look at the amicus curiae briefs in Harvard’s funding case

by Tamara Evdokimova

Trump Administration Alleges Harvard Violated Student Civil Rights

In a court filing, the University says government has ignored procedure to “inflict pain.”

by Tamara Evdokimova

House Committee Subpoenas Harvard Over Tuition Costs

The University must turn over all requested materials related to tuition and financial aid by mid-July. 

by Tamara Evdokimova

Harvard Plans Contingencies for International Students

The Kennedy School and School of Public Health are developing online options.

by Jonathan Shaw

Harvard’s Standoff: The History

From campus protests to policy clashes, a timeline of Harvard’s tensions with Washington

by Olivia Farrar

Harvard Can Continue Hosting International Students, Judge Says

Trump hints at a possible settlement with the University.

by Lydialyle Gibson

Judge Orders NIH to Restore Grants

Ruling likely won’t affect most of Harvard’s research cuts. 

by Lydialyle Gibson

Judge Extends Block on Trump’s Travel Ban for Harvard’s International Students

A longer-term decision is expected within a week.

by Nina Pasquini

12,000 Harvard Alumni File Amicus Brief in Funding Freeze Lawsuit

Alumni from every Harvard school and class since 1950 rally behind the University.

by Nina Pasquini