University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Lafayette’s Unexpected Gift to George Washington: Pheasants
The two birds will be on display at Harvard this summer.
Government Seeks to Move Funding Case to Contracts Court
In a new appellate brief, the Trump administration shifts its argument for rescinding Harvard’s grants.
Harvard Graduate Student Workers Strike
Union demands higher pay, protections for non-citizen members, and changes to the harassment complaint process.
At Harvard Talk, Retired Supreme Court Justice Breyer Defends Shadow Docket
The current law professor also spoke about affirmative action, partisanship, and the limits of “bright-line rules.”
Boston Board Approves Harvard’s Enterprise Research Campus Framework
City planners adopt principles to guide future development of the commercial innovation district in Allston.
Harvard Alumni Honored for University Service
The 2026 Harvard Medal recipients will be honored on June 5.
At Harvard, Mitt Romney Warns Against ‘Authoritarian’ Presidential Power
The former senator touched on polarization, tech governance, and diplomacy during a conversation at the Institute of Politics.
Harvard Answers Government Admissions Lawsuit
In a separate case, the Trump administration outlines its argument for the federal funding freeze.
Harvard Weathers a Year of Turmoil
The federal government has launched unprecedented actions against the University. Here’s a guide.
Former ICC Prosecutor Discusses Iran, Ukraine, and Venezuela
At a Harvard event, Luis Moreno-Ocampo explains why war crimes are hard to define and prosecute.
Scoundrels, Then and Now
On con men, Mark Twain, and the powers of the Harvard name
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