University Finances
Workers and Wages
A strike, negotiations, and a vote on wages, benefits, and union recognition
by Marina N. Bolotnikova , John S. Rosenberg
Janitors Reach Contract Agreement with Harvard
Averting a second campus strike this semester
by Marina N. Bolotnikova
Harvard Reports Budget Surplus of $77 Million
Strong capital-campaign giving, tuition growth, and a slight increase in federal funding contribute to this year’s surplus.
by Marina N. Bolotnikova
What’s in the New Dining Workers’ Contract?
The new contract involves compromises from both Harvard and the dining workers’ union.
by Marina N. Bolotnikova
Harvard Dining Workers to Make $35,000 Minimum Income
The union has achieved its main goals: a $35,000 income and stable healthcare costs.
Basketball Largess
NBA player (and alumnus) Jeremy Lin gives $1 million for financial aid and Lavietes renovation.
by John S. Rosenberg
Health Benefits to Cost 7 Percent More
Harvard continues to contend with rising medical bills.
by John S. Rosenberg
The Endowment Ebbs
Investment losses and distributions for the budget reduce the assets by $1.9 billion.
by John S. Rosenberg
Brevia
Medical School dean, humanities and sciences honorands, and an app for thriving at Harvard
Dining-hall Workers’ Strike Begins
The union demands a year-round living wage and affordable health insurance.
by Marina N. Bolotnikova