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

Harvard’s Financial Outlook in an Unprecedented Semester

In volatile circumstances, plans are upended and remade.  

by John S. Rosenberg

“Hands On” with Fragile Glass Sea Creatures

Complementary imaging techniques combine to create 3-D models that virtual visitors can examine from any angle.

by Matteo Wong

Board of Overseers Campaign Hotly Contested

Nearing the August 18 voting deadline, heated charges are leveled as petitioners seek divestment, governance changes. 

by John S. Rosenberg

Fall Comes into Focus

Who will be at Harvard when the academic year begins—and under what conditions

by John S. Rosenberg

The 40 Percent Solution

Campus constraints amid the coronavirus pandemic

by John S. Rosenberg

University People

Honored professors, new House heads, and more

News Briefs

A gift policy, and peer institutions’ new climate schools

by John S. Rosenberg

Brevia

New diversity and inclusion officer, new University Professor, and more

New Fellows

The 2020-2021 Ledecky Undergraduate Fellows

Re-naming Lowell House?

The faculty deans prompt a discussion.

by John S. Rosenberg