Harvard’s Standoff
Reporting on key moments of conflict or resistance involving Harvard—whether legal, political, or institutional—as the University responds to external pressures and public scrutiny.
Harvard Research Funding Cuts Are Illegal, Judge Rules
The Trump administration violated the University’s First Amendment rights and must restore all funding, the court said.
Why Harvard Needs International Students
An ed school professor on why global challenges demand global experiences
Harvard’s Summer in Court
What Columbia’s settlement means for the University
The School of Public Health, Facing a Financial Reckoning, Seizes the Chance to Reinvent Itself
Dean Andrea Baccarelli plans for a smaller, more impactful Chan School of 2030.
Letters from Readers About Harvard’s Standoff with the Trump Administration
Harvard Magazine readers respond to Harvard’s standoff with the Trump administration.
Harvard Layoffs Continue, with More to Come
In the wake of federal government actions, several Harvard schools and institutes are cutting costs.
What Happens if Harvard Loses Its International Students
Research, revenue, and global standing are all on the line.
Harvard’s Standoff: The Legal Teams
A roster of lawyers on both sides
What Research Is at Risk in Harvard’s Federal Funding Cuts?
A sampling of the 1,000-plus University studies canceled by federal funding cuts
Who’s Involved in Harvard’s Fight with the Trump Administration?
The people shaping the battle over federal funding, international students, and DEI
How Will Federal Actions Affect Harvard’s Finances?
Putting Harvard’s $53 billion endowment into perspective