University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Faculty Postpone Vote on Grade Inflation Reforms
A decision on an amended proposal to cap A’s will likely come at next month’s meeting.
New HGSE dean Bridget Terry Long takes stock a year in
New HGSE dean Bridget Terry Long seeks to “expand, double down, and deepen our impact.”
From #MeToo fallout to undergraduate education and public service
Faculty Dean denouement, Domínguez disinvitation, fencing issues, and updates on undergraduate education and public service
University People
Teaching stars, new academicians, a memorable May Day, and more
A new Design dean, divestment activism, and more
A new Design dean, disruptive divestment activism, Radcliffe fellows, and more
DNA testing leads Stuart Schreiber to welcome answers
A scientist discovers his own family’s secrets.
Harvard study quantifies disease contributions of genetics and environment
The largest-ever study of twins quantifies the respective influence of genes and environment on specific diseases.
Harvard 368th Commencement Powerful Women
At the 368th Commencement, sober talk about the times—and life lessons from a cohort of powerful women
Honorary degree recipients 2019
The honorands of 2019
Harvard Commencement talk by Lawrence Bacow, Teju Cole, Angela Merkel
Commencement remarks on character and conduct by President Lawrence S. Bacow, Chancellor Angela Merkel, Teju Cole, and more
Wyss Institute Receives $131 Million to Support Translational Research
A third round of funding by one of Harvard's leading donors