University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Getting to Mars (for Real)
Humans have been dreaming of living on the Red Planet for decades. Harvard researchers are on the case.
Steven Spielberg named Harvard’s 2016 Commencement speaker
The filmmaker will address graduates on May 26.
by Laura Levis
Harvard Art Museums appoints Martha Tedeschi as new Cabot director
Hailing from the Art Institute of Chicago, Tedeschi will assume the role next July.
Sexual Assault Report Calls For Harvard Campus Culture Change
The report urges annual prevention training for faculty and students, more funding, and changes in final clubs.
Harvard Law School Committee Recommends Abandoning Shield Linked to Slavery
The recommendation follows three months of investigation into the shield’s history.
Toni Morrison speaks at Harvard, on slavery and "the literature of belonging"
The distinguished writer delivered the first of six lectures on slavery, racism, and “the literature of belonging.”
Sarah Jessica Parker to speak at Harvard Law School Class Day
The actor and businesswoman will address students on Wednesday, May 25.
by Laura Levis
Harvard capital campaign nears $6.5-billion goal
Now comes the harder part: fulfilling under-funded priorities.
Harvard Files Amicus Brief with NLRB in Graduate Student Unionization Case
The University argues that the relationship between graduate students and universities should remain academic, not managerial, and student labor unions would “damage private sector graduate education.”
Harvard House Masters Renamed Faculty Deans
The change follows months of debate on diversity and inclusion at the College.
Petitioners challenge Harvard Board of Overseers
A five-member slate challenges Harvard admissions and tuition policies.