University News

Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.

NASA Astronaut Jonny Kim to Speak at Harvard in June

American Navy SEAL, born to immigrants, is a doctor and space traveler

by Nell Porter-Brown

Harvard’s Epstein Probe Widened

The University investigates ties to donors, following revelations in newly released files.

by Lydialyle Gibson

Harvard Magazine Questionnaire: The True Cost of Grade Inflation

A faculty committee is recommending changes to grading at Harvard College to limit an overabundance of A's. Add your voice to the conversation.

A New Landscape Emerges in Allston

The innovative greenery at Harvard’s Science and Engineering Complex

News In Brief

The presidency, PhDs, research funding and more

The Enterprise Research Campus in Allston Nears Completion

A hotel, restaurants, and other retail establishments are open or on the way.

by Jonathan Shaw

Harvard Faculty Group Proposes Limits on A Grades

The grade inflation measure requires a full faculty vote, expected in the spring.

by Lydialyle Gibson

Harvard Students, Alumni to Compete at the 2026 Olympics

Six Crimson athletes are headed to the XXV Winter Games in Milano Cortina. 

by Olivia Farrar

FAS Announces New Endowment for Ph.D. Candidates

A $50 million gift from alumni donors aims to protect research opportunities amid political uncertainty

by Jonathan Shaw , Schuyler Velasco

Teaching Through War With AI

Harvard Graduate School of Education students examine the use of AI in wartime Ukraine.

by Olivia Farrar

Harvard Students Restore the Old Burying Ground

Members of the Hasty Pudding Institute help revive the graves of former Harvard presidents.

by Olivia Farrar