University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Stand-Up to Simmer Down
In comedy groups, students find ways to be absurd, present, and a little less self-conscious.
by Nina Pasquini
“Authentic” Versus “Constrained” Choices in the Classroom
A Harvard conference on diversity and academic inclusion
by John S. Rosenberg
No Longer an “Ugly Step-Child”
Students move into a renovated Winthrop House.
by Sophia Nguyen
Faust and Khurana Condemn DACA Elimination
President Faust urges Congress to protect undocumented students through legislative means.
Convocation 2017: What Should an Education Be at Such a Moment?
Speakers reflect on the goals of a liberal arts university.
by Marina N. Bolotnikova
Final-Clubs Battle Rejoined
A new motion aims to bring the proposed ban before the full Faculty of Arts and Sciences.
by John S. Rosenberg
The First-Generation Gap
Advocating support for first-generation Harvard students
by Alisha Ukani
Harvard’s Historic Building Boom
A campus construction program of unprecedented proportions
by John S. Rosenberg
Recruiting for Economic Diversity
The College admissions office shares strategies.
by Alisha Ukani
Back-to-School Bookshelf
Derek Bok and other scholars weigh in on improving universities and colleges—and why that’s hard to do.
by John S. Rosenberg
Social Club Ban?
A Harvard committee proposes eliminating unsanctioned student social organizations.
by Jonathan Shaw