University News

Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.

Harvard’s New Online Orientation Emphasizes Intellectual Paths

A summer course for first-years focuses on academic success, diverse viewpoints.

by Jonathan Shaw

Harvard Considers Request to Rename Winthrop House

Harvard’s process for considering denaming requests is tested for the first time.

by Nina Pasquini

Pro-Palestine Students Walk Out of Harvard Graduation

Pro-Palestine activists hold “The People’s Commencement”

by Max J. Krupnick

An Unconventional Class Day for Harvard's Class of 2024

An unconventional Class Day to conclude a tumultuous senior year 

by Nina Pasquini

Harvard Corporation Rules Thirteen Students Cannot Graduate

Faculty of Arts and Sciences May 20 vote on protestors’ status does not confer “good standing.”

A Dazzling Class of Zebras

The Harvard class of 2024 baccalaureate

by Jonathan Shaw

Harvard Class Day Speakers Announced

Admissions dean William Fitzsimmons ’67 and Currier House security guard Bill Oliverio to address Harvard class of 2024 

by Nina Pasquini

Courtney B. Vance Named Harvard Alumni Day Speaker

The actor, producer, and writer will address alumni May 31. 

by Nina Pasquini

Faculty Senate Debate Continued

Harvard professors highlight governance concerns.

by John S. Rosenberg

An Interfaith Answer to Harvard Campus Tensions

Discussing religious pluralism at Harvard Divinity School 

by Lydialyle Gibson

Harvard Students form Pro-Palestine Encampment

Protesters set up camp in Harvard Yard.

by Max J. Krupnick