University News

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

Harvard Layoffs Continue, with More to Come

In the wake of federal government actions, several Harvard schools and institutes are cutting costs.

by Jonathan Shaw

Ivy League Cancels Spring Competition

A fourth consecutive season is shuttered.

by Jacob Sweet

Enlarging the Allston Enterprise Zone

Tishman Speyer details the first phase of the “enterprise research campus”—and points to a doubling of the project’s ultimate size.

by Jonathan Shaw

Online Takes Off

Pandemic-driven virtual learning booms—and perhaps promises improved residential education, too.

by John S. Rosenberg

The Overseers’ Higher Profile

Prospective candidates and their diverse views of Harvard’s future and the Board’s role

by John S. Rosenberg

Unconventional Venture Capital

The Xfund helps young entrepreneurs launch companies and careers.

by Jonathan Shaw

Brevia

Adams House changing of rhe guard, Institute of Politics controversy, an avalanche of applications, and more

News Briefs

Reports on the pandemic spring semester, policing reform, Allston enlargement, and cell-manufacturing

“Harvard Failed Her”

A searing conclusion about sexual harassment on campus

by Lydialyle Gibson

“A Prayer for Our Country”

Author Isabel Wilkerson kicks off a Harvard speaker series on storytelling and public health.

by Lydialyle Gibson

Universities in a Polarized Era

President Bacow speaks out on U.S. political conditions—and universities’ rightful role.

by John S. Rosenberg