University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Five Questions with Brian D. Farrell
A professor and curator of entomology on beetles, biodiversity, and evolutionary change
by Olivia Farrar
It’s Baby Turkey Season in Cambridge
A hen turkey and her seven poults have settled near the eastern end of Harvard Yard.
by Marina N. Bolotnikova
Adams House Renewal Begins
The four-year renewal of Adams will run far longer than any of the other House projects.
by Nina Pasquini
Zip Code vs. Genetic Code
The largest-ever study of twins quantifies the respective influence of genes and environment on specific diseases.
by Erin O’Donnell
Women of the Year
At the 368th Commencement, sober talk about the times—and life lessons from a cohort of powerful women
by John S. Rosenberg
Honoris Causa
The honorands of 2019
They Said
Commencement remarks on character and conduct by President Lawrence S. Bacow, Chancellor Angela Merkel, Teju Cole, and more
The Personal President
President Bacow’s lighter, and personal, side during Commencement week
Commencement Confetti: Davóne Tines
Short takes from Commencement, from a stirring “Lift Every Voice and Sing” and powerful reunion moments to Mme. Caller and a neglected feline would-be honorand
Educating Educators
New HGSE dean Bridget Terry Long seeks to “expand, double down, and deepen our impact.”
by John S. Rosenberg
News Briefs
Faculty Dean denouement, Domínguez disinvitation, fencing issues, and updates on undergraduate education and public service
by John S. Rosenberg , Marina N. Bolotnikova