University News
Jodie Foster at Radcliffe Day 2025
Actress and director discusses her film career and her transformative time at Yale.
by Lydialyle Gibson , Max J. Krupnick
Harvard Postpones Commencement
Harvard Commencement will be postponed, but degrees will be awarded virtually.
by John S. Rosenberg
Melinda Gates to Receive Radcliffe Medal
The philanthropist will highlight Radcliffe Day during Harvard’s Commencement week.
by John S. Rosenberg
Marty Baron Named Harvard Commencement Speaker
During an era of shrinking newspapers and political attacks on journalism, The Washington Post’s editor will be honored.
by John S. Rosenberg
Harvard Explores Slavery Connections Further
The president announces a $5-million initiative.
by John S. Rosenberg
"I Can't See My Family"
DACA recipient Daishi Miguel Tanaka '19 graduated last month without his parents in attendance.
by Nina Pasquini
Women of the Year
At the 368th Commencement, sober talk about the times—and life lessons from a cohort of powerful women
by John S. Rosenberg
Honoris Causa
The honorands of 2019
They Said
Commencement remarks on character and conduct by President Lawrence S. Bacow, Chancellor Angela Merkel, Teju Cole, and more
The Personal President
President Bacow’s lighter, and personal, side during Commencement week
Commencement Confetti: Davóne Tines
Short takes from Commencement, from a stirring “Lift Every Voice and Sing” and powerful reunion moments to Mme. Caller and a neglected feline would-be honorand