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
News Briefs
Action against sexual assault, the Law School drops its shield, “Faculty Deans” now lead the Houses, and more
by John S. Rosenberg , Jonathan Shaw , Marina N. Bolotnikova , Laura Levis
Harvard Admits Record-Low 5.2 Percent of Applicants to Class of 2020
A record applicant pool, a 5.2 percent admissions rate, and a $63,025 term bill
by John S. Rosenberg
Harvard Sexual Assault Report Calls for Training, Culture Change
The report urges annual prevention training for faculty and students, more funding, and changes in final clubs.
by Jonathan Shaw
Harvard Capital Campaign Nearing $6.5-Billion Goal
Now comes the harder part: fulfilling under-funded priorities.
by John S. Rosenberg
From “House Master” to “Faculty Dean”
The change follows months of debate on diversity and inclusion at the College.
by Marina N. Bolotnikova
Brevia
Shirley Tilghman on the Corporation, Jane Yellen at Radcliffe, encouraging entrepreneurs, aiming at endowments, and more
News Briefs
An Overseers' challenge slate, reengineering admissions, and General Education revised
by John S. Rosenberg
Debating Diversity
The Harvard community confronts the challenges of inclusion.
by Marina N. Bolotnikova
Lowell House Renewal to Last Two Years
Lowell residents will live in swing housing from the fall of 2017 through the spring of 2019.
by Marina N. Bolotnikova
Kerry Washington Named Hasty Pudding’s Woman of the Year
The Hasty Pudding picks the Scandal actress for its famous pot.
by Laura Levis