University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Stand-Up to Simmer Down
In comedy groups, students find ways to be absurd, present, and a little less self-conscious.
by Nina Pasquini
A New Chapter for Harvard Arts
The Office for the Arts turns 50, and its longtime director steps down.
by Lydialyle Gibson
Historic Humor
University Archives to preserve Harvard Lampoon materials
by Nina Pasquini
Admissions Evolving
The class of 2028—plus admissions policy concerning diversity, standardized tests, and legacies
by John S. Rosenberg
Sasha
Sasha, the police dog of Harvard University
by Nina Pasquini
Harvard College Admits Class of 2028
A smaller undergraduate applicant cohort—the first since Supreme Court ended affirmative action
by John S. Rosenberg
The Interim President’s Agenda
Alan Garber on campus speech, academics, and his other Harvard priorities
by John S. Rosenberg
Inside Harvard’s Taylor Swift Class
An English course pairs the music with Willa Cather, William Wordsworth, and Dolly Parton.
by Nina Pasquini
Talking about Talking
Fostering healthy disagreement
by Max J. Krupnick
Harvard Admits 8.7 Percent of Undergraduate Early Applicants
The College class of 2028 begins to form in a new admissions era.
by John S. Rosenberg
Harvard President Claudine Gay Testifies Before Congress
On antisemitism, “I have sought to confront hate while preserving free expression.”
by Max J. Krupnick