University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Harvard Retains Winthrop Name
Committee undecided on whether owning slaves merits denaming
by Max J. Krupnick
Freshman Convocation 2015: “Surprise Yourself”
President Faust and administrators speak on themes of diversity, community building, and self-discovery.
by Laura Levis
“Risk Forgiveness”
A beginning-of-term talk on being "generous listeners," as litigation about admissions and diversity proceeds anew
by John S. Rosenberg
The Semester Begins
Freshman convocation, Morning Prayers, and pending news on the University's agenda as the academic year begins
by John S. Rosenberg
Space Matters
Exploring innovative learning spaces at Harvard
by Zara Zhang
Lowell House to Be Renewed
Full construction will begin in June 2017.
by Laura Levis
Teammates for Life
Twenty-five years on, the national championship women’s lacrosse team of 1990 looks back.
by Zara Zhang
Affording a Harvard Graduation
Commencement costs strain low-income students’ budgets.
by Zara Zhang
Natalie Portman ’03: “Your Inexperience Is an Asset”
At Harvard College Class Day, the actress urges class members to forge their own paths.
by Laura Levis
The Day’s Events: Wednesday, May 27
ROTC commissioning and numerous Class Day celebrations, including speeches by Portman, Miliband, and Giffords.
Harvard Baccalaureate 2015: “Live Beyond Fear”
Faust tells seniors to harness fear and work for the common good.
by Jonathan Shaw