Students & Alumni

Features on student life and alumni journeys, capturing the spirit, impact, and diversity of the Harvard community.

Will Makris in blue checkered suit and red patterned tie standing outdoors by stone column.

A New HAA President at a Tumultuous Time

A career in higher ed inspired Will Makris to give back.

by Nell Porter-Brown

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

Law School graduates flaunt their profession’s symbol of authority.

Harvard’s 365th Commencement

Harvard goes Hollywood for Commencement, with sunny scenery, but sober talk.

Harvard Commencement humor

Speakers making funny at the 365th Commencement

Joshuah Brian Campbell

Harvard 365th Commencement highlights

A multitalented student, political zingers, a retiring Commencement directors, final-club ribbing, and more

Final Club Fallout

Harvardians react to social-club sanctions.

by Aidan Langston

Harvard College to impose sanctions on final club members

Beginning fall 2017, final club members will be denied certain leadership roles and fellowships. 

by Marina N. Bolotnikova

Harvard University’s Commencement week events

Harvard University’s Commencement week events

Zena Edosomwan ‘17 (left) helped the Crimson sweep Princeton and Penn this weekend, averaging 13.5 points and 14 rebounds per game.

Harvard men's basketball beats Princeton and Pennsylvania

Men’s basketball beats Princeton and Pennsylvania.

by David L. Tannenwald

Destiny Nunley ’17 scored 15 points and shot 7-11 from the field against Brown last Saturday to help the Harvard women’s basketball team win its sixth consecutive game.

Harvard Men's Basketball Splits Games as Women Chase Ivy Title

A tale of two Harvard seasons

by David L. Tannenwald

An Overseers’ Challenge?

Petitioners pursuing election to Harvard’s board seek to change admissions and tuition policies.

by John S. Rosenberg