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.

by Olivia Farrar

Harvard defeats Princeton, 49-7

The Crimson set a record for the largest margin of victory against the Tigers in their football series.

by Dick Friedman

Harvard’s Drew Faust on value of college

Drew Faust addresses the value of higher education

Harvard launches detailed sustainability plan, enumerates priorities

Comprehensive set of priorities unveiled

Harvard basketball preview

Harvard’s basketball season begins.

by David L. Tannenwald

Harvard Law School's Lawrence Lessig interviews Edward Snowden

The former government employee discusses government surveillance and the ethics of whistle-blowing.

Harvard to develop undergraduate concentration in theater, dance, and media

Harvard College plans a theater, dance, and media concentration.

Harvard defeats Lafayette, 24-14, at the Stadium

The Harvard football team beat Lafayette to run its 2014 record to 5-0.

by Dick Friedman

Discussing the role of the university museum before a November launch

Panelists bring their perspective to the long-awaited reopening of the Harvard Art Museums.

Schlesinger Library's new exhibit showcases the Civil War's personal histories

A Schlesinger Library exhibit reveals the domestic side of the war.

Harvardians make long list for National Book Awards

Eight University affiliates are recognized by the National Book Foundation.