International affairs

Reporting on Harvard’s global reach—from student fieldwork and faculty research to alumni impact around the world.

Free Speech, the Bomb—and Donald Trump

A Harvard cardiologist on the unlikely alliances that shaped a global movement to prevent nuclear war

Why Harvard Needs International Students

Global challenges demand global experiences

by Fernando M. Reimers

Harvard Plans Contingencies for International Students

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

by Jonathan Shaw

What Happens if Harvard Loses Its International Students

Research, revenue, and global standing are all on the line.

by Nina Pasquini

Trump Administration Expands Harvard Student Visa Vetting

State Department tells officials to screen social media, flag private accounts as suspicious.  

by Nina Pasquini

Government Revokes Harvard’s Ability to Enroll International Students

Harvard sues federal government in response.

by Jonathan Shaw

Ending Surveillance Capitalism

Four women leading change in the world of privacy and personal data

by Jonathan Shaw

Toward Reconciliation

Bereaved Palestinian and Israeli mothers visit Harvard.

by Max J. Krupnick

Geopolitics and the Energy Transition

International relations during the shift to a net-zero economy

by Jonathan Shaw

Reforming International Finance

Is it time to reform global financial institutions that support economic and political stability?

by Max J. Krupnick

Harvard Responds to Violence in Israel

As war in the Middle East rages, a war of words is fought at Harvard.

by Max J. Krupnick