University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Don’t Be A ‘Solo Superhero,’ Jonny Kim Tells Harvard Alumni
The astronaut, doctor, and Navy SEAL delivered keynote remarks at the University’s Alumni Day festivities.
Chan School Speakers Praise Public Health’s ‘Extraordinarily Ambitious’ Achievements
The field “has never waited for perfect times,” says former CDC director Rochelle Walensky.
Harvard Confers Five Honorary Degrees at the 2026 Commencement
O’Brien joins journalists, a scholar of AI, and a Broadway star.
Harvard Names 2026 Centennial Medalists
Four alumni receive the Harvard Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences’ highest honor.
Ronny Chieng Tells Harvard to ‘Destroy AI’ as Graduates Cheer
The comedian and The Daily Show host gave the keynote address for Class Day 2026.
At Harvard, an Air Force Officer Shares Lessons in Command
Retired U.S. Air Force lieutenant general Richard Clark teaches ROTC graduates about leadership.
Michelle Wu Withdraws as Law School Speaker
Boston mayor bows out because of a graduate student strike, the longest in union history.
Phi Beta Kappa Speakers Call Out a ‘Deeply Troubling’ Moment
Former Harvard President Lawrence Bacow and poet Meghan O’Rourke urge graduates to focus on character and “radical attention.”
‘Effort Still Matters’ in AI Age, Garber Tells Harvard Graduates
In his Baccalaureate address, the University president urged a mindful—yet open—approach to the technology.
Ronny Chieng is Harvard’s Class Day Speaker
The comedian, actor, and The Daily Show correspondent will address the 2026 College graduating class on May 27.
Harvard Faculty Approve a Cap on A Grades
Reforms to reduce grade inflation will take effect in the fall of 2027.