News in Brief

Physician-authors address Commencement and Alumni Day, new School of Education Dean, and more

“Our Vote Counts”

A cross-cultural effort fosters civic engagement in activists’ own communities.

by Kristina DeMichele

“An Academic Year in an Age of Upheaval”

President Bacow’s somber opening message for a challenging academic year—updated to include his Morning Prayers remarks

by John S. Rosenberg

“Find Your Way to Heal This World”

A virtual Convocation for the College class of 2024

by Marina N. Bolotnikova

Museums, Making Their Way

Pandemic perspectives from the Getty and the Harvard Art Museums—and art’s role in refreshing “the dialogue with other human beings”

by Caroline Engelmayer

Harvard’s Financial Outlook in an Unprecedented Semester

In volatile circumstances, plans are upended and remade.  

by John S. Rosenberg

Fall Comes into Focus

Who will be at Harvard when the academic year begins—and under what conditions

by John S. Rosenberg

The 40 Percent Solution

Campus constraints amid the coronavirus pandemic

by John S. Rosenberg

Balancing Mental Health and COVID Safety

Students urge closer attention to care on campus this fall. 

by Matteo Wong

First-Year International Students Won't Be Allowed on Campus This Fall

Federal visa restrictions will prevent freshman international students from living in the United States. 

Ivy League Announces No Sports in Fall

The league becomes first in Division I to scrap fall competition.

by Jacob Sweet