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

Harvard College Reinstates Early Action

Along with the policy change, the College announced increases in tuition and financial aid for the upcoming year.

Prototyping House Renewal

A plan is in hand to rehab "Old Quincy" as a trial run.

A Teach-in on Teaching

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences convenes professors to talk about activity-based learning

Undergraduate Summer Research Programs Unveiled

Opportunities to explore social sciences across the disciplines, and business-oriented subjects

Prototyping House Renewal

“Old Quincy” renovation will test designs and construction for comprehensive modernization of undergraduate residences.

Admissions Angst: The Next Level

The number of applicants for the College class of 2015 is almost 15 percent higher than last year's.

Peter Marsden Appointed Dean of Social Science

The sociologist oversees a large Arts and Sciences division.

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.

50 Years of Social Studies

A groundbreaking undergraduate concentration celebrates half a century.

Senator Brown Chides Harvard on ROTC

Scott Brown declares that Harvard should allow the military program to operate on campus.