Higher Education

Analysis and reporting on the changing landscape of colleges and universities, with a focus on policy, governance, and innovation.

Harvard Stabilizes Finances With Strong Endowment Returns, Philanthropy

Small operating surplus is dwarfed by reduced federal research support and endowment tax liabilities.

by Jonathan Shaw

How Physics Can Be Used to Manipulate a Coin Toss

How a coin toss can be uniquely rigged – and can demonstrate probability’s role in reducing uncertainty.

by Olivia Farrar

Applying AI—How and Why

Using AI in pedagogy, research, and University administration

by Jonathan Shaw

Harvard’s new education master’s program

Harvard Graduate School of Education introduces core courses and a restructured professional curriculum.

by John S. Rosenberg