University Finances
Reporting on Harvard’s budget, endowment, and financial strategy.
Harvard Layoffs Continue, with More to Come
In the wake of federal government actions, several Harvard schools and institutes are cutting costs.
by Jonathan Shaw
Back to the Bond Market...
...and other University financial updates
Time to “Change the Channel”
Faculty of Arts and Sciences dean Michael D. Smith looks beyond financial constraints to academic priorities, from better teaching to renovated undergraduate Houses.
Endowment Improvements
A year after declining $11 billion, investment returns on Harvard’s endowment turn positive.
After the Storm: Presidential Perspectives
Early in the fall term, Drew Faust reviews Harvard’s improved finances, University governance, scientific misconduct, and other issues.
Princeton Records Strong Endowment Investment Gains
The Tigers top the Crimson (not to mention the Elis and the Cardinal).
No Surprises: Harvard's 2010 Financial Report
A year of planned decreases in revenue, expense savings, and movement toward greater liquidity
FAS Pivots to Campaign Mode—Updated
Dean Michael D. Smith outlines financial gains, academic progress, and emerging ambitions as the pace of planning for University fundraising accelerates.
Stanford Posts Very Strong Investment Returns
A rate of return and endowment growth much higher than Harvard's and Yale's
Yale Endowment Investments Appreciate 8.9 Percent—Updated
The New Haven Ivy's results reflect an investment strategy heavily weighted toward real assets and private equity.
President Faust on Finances, Scientific Misconduct, the Martin Peretz-Muslim Furor, and More
In an “Opening Year Dialogue” with former ABC news anchor Charlie Gibson, the president airs her views on a wide range of University issues.