University News

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

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Harvard Business School’s Andy Wu discusses far-out innovations.

by Olivia Farrar

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With a grade inflation vote and in the courts, the University argued that it’s taking steps to change.

by Joanna Weiss

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Don’t Be A ‘Solo Superhero,’ Jonny Kim Tells Harvard Alumni

The astronaut, doctor, and Navy SEAL delivered keynote remarks on Alumni Day.

by Schuyler Velasco

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Harvard Honors Its Oldest Alumni

At 97 and 101, Linda Cabot Black ’51 and William “Bill” Dubey ’46 led the way on Alumni Day.

by Laurel M. Shugart

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Harvard College Dean Deming Launches Podcast

In interviews, he traces his guests’ circuitous routes to success.

by Laurel M. Shugart

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Graduate Student Workers End Strike

Union members return to work without a contract, but with plans to continue bargaining.

by Lydialyle Gibson

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Ruth J. Simmons Receives the 2026 Radcliffe Medal

Michelle Obama, Drew Gilpin Faust, and others paid tribute to the pioneering educator during Harvard’s Radcliffe Day festivities. 

by Schuyler Velasco , Lydialyle Gibson

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Harvard Elects New Overseers, HAA Directors

Leaders for the governing board and alumni association were chosen by an alumni vote.

by Nell Porter-Brown

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Commencement Day with Conan O’Brien

The comedian headlined a star-studded cast for Harvard’s 375th Commencement exercises.

by Jonathan Shaw

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Mychal Threets Brings ‘Library Joy’ to Harvard

The librarian and social media star gave the keynote address for Harvard Graduate School of Education’s convocation.

by Olivia Farrar

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Affinity Celebrations Continue Outside of Harvard’s Gates

At unofficial ceremonies for minority groups and veterans, speakers comment on politics. 

by Laurel M. Shugart