University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Fraught Fall
A semester conducted in the shadow of the coronavirus
by John S. Rosenberg
Admissions Lawsuit, Round Two
Appellate arguments are heard in a closely watched admissions case.
by Marina N. Bolotnikova
“Find Your Way to Heal This World”
A virtual Convocation for the College class of 2024
by Marina N. Bolotnikova
Harvard Announces Dean of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Sheree Ohen appointed as inaugural associate dean
by Jacob Sweet
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
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.
Harvard and MIT Sue to Overturn Order Banning International Students from Online Learning in Residence
Attack U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Immigration and Customs Enforcement directive
by John S. Rosenberg
Harvard College to Accommodate 40 Percent of Students Each Semester
Freshmen and others on campus this fall, seniors in spring; plus calendar changes, no change in cost of attendance, and other details released
by John S. Rosenberg
Harvard Single-Gender Social-Club Rules Rescinded
Facing legal challenges, the University does away with its controversial regulations on final clubs, fraternities, and sororities.
by John S. Rosenberg