University News

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

In Federal Court, Harvard and the Government Have Friends

A look at the amicus curiae briefs in Harvard’s funding case

by Tamara Evdokimova

An Expansive Vision for the Future of Teaching and Learning

Post-pandemic, what Harvard might try in classrooms, course design, and global education

by John S. Rosenberg

Poet Laureate Tracy K. Smith to Speak at Harvard Alumni Day

An alumna and faculty member at a new Harvard tradition

by Nell Porter-Brown

Are We Entering a Second Cold War?

A discussion of Russia’s invasion—and how it can end

by Jacob Sweet

Amending Undergraduate Academics

Reconsidering Harvard’s shopping week, double concentrations, and more

by John S. Rosenberg

“No Limits” to China-Russia Relations?

How the Ukraine invasion might affect Russia’s ties with its neighbor 

by Lydialyle Gibson

Newell and Weld Boat Houses Scheduled for Major Renovation

Comprehensive modernization to begin this year

by John S. Rosenberg

Civil Rights Attorney Sherrilyn Ifill to Receive 2022 Radcliffe Medal

The educator and lawyer receives the Institute’s highest honor.

by Jacob Sweet

“That Human Element”

The Houghton debuts a digital collection of African-American primary sources.

by Lydialyle Gibson

Lawsuit Alleges Harvard Mishandled Harassment Complaints

At a Monday demonstration, students show support for the plaintiffs. 

by Lydialyle Gibson

Penny Pritzker Elected Harvard Corporation Senior Fellow

Succeeds William F. Lee

by John S. Rosenberg