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

At Harvard College Convocation, an Emphasis on Open-Mindedness

Garber, other leaders sidestep politics but welcome international students.

by Lydialyle Gibson

Soledad O’Brien Tells Harvard Seniors at Harvard Class Day Not to Take Advice

At Harvard College Class Day, the CNN special correspondent urges the Class of 2013 to follow their own paths.

Jeffrey Toobin delivers Class Day address at Harvard Law School 2013

At Harvard Law School's Class Day, the CNN legal analyst suggests that the justices vote along party lines.

Richard Saul Wurman TED talks founder speaks at Design School Class Day 2013

The TED talks founder spoke at the Design School's Class Day

Former Time Inc. CEO Ann Moore speaks at Harvard Business School

At Class Day, the former CEO of Time Inc. tells grads to like what they do.

James Meredith speaks at Harvard Graduate School of Education

James Meredith asks, “What will happen to this child if I don’t do my duty?”

Geoffrey Canada delivers graduation address at Harvard Kennedy School

In a graduation address, the social activist tells degree candidates they might just be the "greatest generation yet."

Harvard ROTC 2013 commissioning ceremony

Harvard’s president, in ROTC address, urges better understanding between civilians and their military.

Harvard Graduate School of Arts and Sciences Honors 2013 Centennial Medalists

The Graduate School of Arts and Sciences honors four distinguished alumni.

Harvard Commencement week 2013: events for Wednesday, May 29

ROTC commissioning and numerous Class Day celebrations, including speeches by O’Brien, Moore, Wurman, and more

Live a life of "Running Toward" president Faust tells graduating Harvard seniors

In her baccalaureate address, President Faust tells the graduating class to live a life of engagement.