Students & Alumni
Features on student life and alumni journeys, capturing the spirit, impact, and diversity of the Harvard community.
Trump Administration Expands Harvard Student Visa Vetting
State Department tells officials to screen social media, flag private accounts as suspicious.
by Nina Pasquini
A Visit from Bill Gates
The Microsoft co-founder talked about his life as a philanthropist—and answered myriad student questions.
by Jonathan Shaw
Trimming Truancy
Interventions that mobilize family support networks have powerful effects.
by Jonathan Shaw
Harvard Commencement 2018
Speakers, ceremonies, and celebrations
Past’s Presence
John Wang ’16, winner of Radcliffe’s public art competition, reflects on art and historical perspective.
by Natasha Lasky
Social Club Ban?
A Harvard committee proposes eliminating unsanctioned student social organizations.
by Jonathan Shaw
Final-Club Fissures
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences remains sharply divided about sanctions and multiple, conflicting goals.
by John S. Rosenberg
Faculty Does Not Vote on Final-Club Sanctions
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences will extend its contentious deliberations into the spring semester.
by John S. Rosenberg
Final-Club Complications
Unresolved issues as faculty vote on sanctions approaches
by John S. Rosenberg
Clinton Campaigners Reflect on a Lost Election
Students and alumni who worked for the Clinton campaign reflect on their defeat, and the way forward.
by Matthew Disler
Scene 1, Take 2
Harvard goes Hollywood for Commencement, with sunny scenery, but sober talk.