University News

Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.

Harvard Layoffs Continue, with More to Come

In the wake of federal government actions, several Harvard schools and institutes are cutting costs.

by Jonathan Shaw

Harvard Capital Campaign Crosses $7-Billion Mark

University donors set a new higher-education standard—and fundraising continues.

by John S. Rosenberg

Private Universities Must Recognize Graduate-Student Unions

The National Labor Relations Board ruling overturns prior law—and Harvard’s own position.

by Marina N. Bolotnikova

Happy New (Academic) Year

Harvard bestirs itself for the fall term.

by John S. Rosenberg

George Daley Appointed Harvard Medical Dean

Stem-cell scientist to lead school. 

by John S. Rosenberg

House Renewal Gains and Challenges

Three projects in, some physical and financial assessments

by John S. Rosenberg

Brevia

Chao Center, a Law School alumnus as vice-presidential nominee, sexual-assault lexicon, Gen Ed transition, and more

Whither the Harvard Endowment?

The risk that the University’s principal revenue engine might stall

by John S. Rosenberg

Stephen Blyth Resigns from Harvard Management Company

As Harvard Management Company is in transition, its CEO, who had been on medical leave, resigns.

by John S. Rosenberg

Arts and Sciences’ Development Dean Departs

A change in a senior Harvard fundraising role

by John S. Rosenberg

Endowment Insights

Congressional inquiry reveals insights into Harvard's endowment-management costs, financial aid, and other schools' policies.

by John S. Rosenberg