Other News
Developments across the Harvard ecosystem that don’t fit standard categories—but matter.
Harvard Engineering School’s Move to Allston Deferred
As the pandemic halts construction, the move-in schedule for the fall semester has slipped.
by John S. Rosenberg
The Campus, Quieted
The sudden dispersal from Cambridge and Boston, Commencement postponed, and the looming financial consequences
by John S. Rosenberg
A President Mended, A University Challenged
Larry Bacow puts Harvard in the perspective of the pandemic.
by John S. Rosenberg
“Don’t Zoom While Driving”
On taking a Harvard Gen Ed class remotely with William C. Kirby
by John S. Rosenberg
Harvard at Dusk
“I feel lucky that I took for granted my Harvard experience before its abrupt end.”
by Julie Chung
Losing a Chair
“What will it mean to end our time on this campus with no closure, no time to reflect on what it all meant?”
by Drew Pendergrass
As Coronavirus Spreads, Harvard Cancels Athletics
After Harvard informed college students that they must move out, Harvard Athletics began to make its own cancellations—a reasonable decision, but a brutal blow to athletes, coaches, and staff.
by Jacob Sweet
Coronavirus Closes Classes
Students transition to online learning—perhaps for the rest of the semester—and are asked not to return after spring break.
by John S. Rosenberg