University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Harvard Undergraduates Discuss a Changing University
A student panel grapples—civilly—with shifting policies and differing opinions.
Irene Soto Marín
Ancient history professor studies coins, ceramics, and Zelda.
The Elephant in the Room
Conservative undergraduates’ campus debates
Harvard Students Protest Supreme Court Ruling
With a march and speeches, students vowed to fight back.
Supreme Court Bans Race-Conscious Admissions
The ruling encompasses both public and private institutions of higher education.
Easing the College Transition
Rising Scholars brings incoming first-years from under-funded high schools to campus early.
Larry Wilmore Follows His Path
In his Class Day address, the television writer/producer encouraged students to follow their dreams
Standing Out, United
Harvard affinity celebrations honor graduates’ diverse journeys.
“The Wise Person Learns from All People”
In his valedictory baccalaureate address, President Bacow emphasizes the value of humility.
The Student Commencement Speakers
A classicist-become venture capitalist, an enzyme scientist, and a Native American who survived a shocking trauma
Faculty Honors, and a Farewell
A changing of the guard, in Mass Hall and University Hall