University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Cancellations, Disruptions as Harvard Graduate Student Strike Enters Second Week
Some faculty complain about the protests’ effect on students.
As Union Protests Continue, Stephen Colbert and Yo-Yo Ma Event at Harvard Cut Short
A conversation between the comedian and the celebrated cellist was interrupted by a fire alarm in Sanders Theatre.
FAS Reports Financial Stability, But Rising Debt
Leaders say the cost of consultants and severance will be recouped within 18 months.
Judge Dismisses Case Demanding Harvard Admissions Data
The government failed to meet procedural requirements before suing the University.
Harvard Graduate Workers Begin Strike
In the second walkout in six months, union leaders call for better pay and benefits and a stronger grievance process.
Harvard College Applications Surge 15 Percent
Of 1,648 students in the class of 2030, 39 percent will pay no tuition.
Harvard Law School Announces $31.4 Million Donation
The school’s largest-ever gift comes after a year of record fundraising.
Three Harvard Unions Move Toward Strikes
Dining employees, academic workers unions join graduate students in threatening a walkout.
Graduate Student Union Schedules Strike
The work stoppage will begin October 27, unless a final bargaining session next week yields an agreement.
Harvard Stabilizes Finances With Strong Endowment Returns, Philanthropy
Small operating surplus is dwarfed by reduced federal research support and endowment tax liabilities.
Harvard Graduate Student Union Authorizes Another Strike
The University warns this walkout may not be protected by labor law, an assertion the union disputes.