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
Harvard Students Protest Supreme Court Ruling
With a march and speeches, students vowed to fight back.
by Ryan Doan-Nguyen
Supreme Court Bans Race-Conscious Admissions
The ruling encompasses both public and private institutions of higher education.
by Jonathan Shaw
Easing the College Transition
Rising Scholars brings incoming first-years from under-funded high schools to campus early.
by Max J. Krupnick
Larry Wilmore Follows His Path
In his Class Day address, the television writer/producer encouraged students to follow their dreams
by Max J. Krupnick
Standing Out, United
Harvard affinity celebrations honor graduates’ diverse journeys.
by Ryan Doan-Nguyen
“The Wise Person Learns from All People”
In his valedictory baccalaureate address, President Bacow emphasizes the value of humility.
by Jonathan Shaw
The Student Commencement Speakers
A classicist-become venture capitalist, an enzyme scientist, and a Native American who survived a shocking trauma
by Max J. Krupnick
Faculty Honors, and a Farewell
A changing of the guard, in Mass Hall and University Hall
by Jonathan Shaw
Harvey Mansfield’s Last Class
After 60 years on the faculty, Harvard’s famous conservative is retiring.
by Lydialyle Gibson
Among the Brokenhearted
The ministry of Matthew Ichihashi Potts
by Nancy Walecki