University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Harvard Commencement 2025
Harvard passes a test of its values, yet challenges loom.
Harvard Confers Six Honorary Degrees
Nobel laureate Jennifer Doudna, Oscar-winner Tom Hanks, Admiral Michael Mullins among those recognized
“We Only Have One Planet”
Ban Ki-moon at the Harvard Kennedy School’s Class Day
“A Calling Above All Others”
Ruth Simmons at the Graduate School of Education’s Convocation
Larry Wilmore Follows His Path
In his Class Day address, the television writer/producer encouraged students to follow their dreams
Michelle Yeoh’s Three Tips for Success
Oscar-winning actress offers advice in Harvard Law School Class Day address.
Standing Out, United
Harvard affinity celebrations honor graduates’ diverse journeys.
“Today You Join Something That Is Larger than Yourself”
Sixteen graduates were commissioned into the armed services at the ROTC ceremony.
“The Wise Person Learns from All People”
In his valedictory baccalaureate address, President Bacow emphasizes the value of humility.
In Defense of Academic Freedom
Natalie Diaz and Adam Falk at the Phi Beta Kappa Exercises
The Student Commencement Speakers
A classicist-become venture capitalist, an enzyme scientist, and a Native American who survived a shocking trauma