University News

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

Harvard Graduate Student Union Authorizes Another Strike

The University warns this walkout may not be protected by labor law, an assertion the union disputes.

by Lydialyle Gibson

Harvard, Supporters File Briefs in Federal Funding Case

The government also opens an investigation into financial aid awards to Chinese students.

by Jonathan Shaw

College Leaders Outline Overhaul Plan

A new proposed structure, layoffs, and a five-day-a-week in-person work mandate will take effect by fall.

by Lydialyle Gibson

Uncertainty Looms Over Planned FAS Changes

At informational town hall meetings, faculty and staff press administrators for details.

by Lydialyle Gibson

Betsy Fischer Martin Will Lead Harvard’s Institute of Politics

The Emmy-winning journalist was a mainstay of political coverage at NBC for two decades.

by Schuyler Velasco

Remembering Jack Reardon

He was Harvard’s quintessential people person.

by Jonathan Shaw

Harvard and City Leaders Celebrate ERC Opening

Phase A of the Allston project includes a hotel, residences, and a two-acre greenway.

by Laurel M. Shugart

Science Center to Become Zimmer Hall

Harvard will rename the building following a $100 million gift from Stuart Zimmer ’91.

by Lydialyle Gibson

Construction Proceeds on Harvard’s New Economics Building

Pritzker Hall, designed for collaboration, should be complete in 2027.

by Laurel M. Shugart

A Slavery Database, New HMC Leadership, and Other Harvard Headlines

A roundup of University news from the spring of 2026

Peek Inside the American Repertory Theater’s New Home

The planned opening of the Goel Center in Allston for performances will be in spring of 2027.

by Schuyler Velasco