University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Harvard Retains Winthrop Name
Committee undecided on whether owning slaves merits denaming
by Max J. Krupnick
This Year’s Overseer and HAA Director Candidates
The official nominees for 2019 are announced.
Hasty Pudding Announces 2019’s Man and Woman of the Year
Bryce Dallas Howard and Milo Ventimiglia will receive their awards on January 31 and February 8, respectively.
Tracy K. Smith Named Harvard Arts Medalist
The U.S. poet laureate will be honored on May 2.
by Marina N. Bolotnikova
What’s Up Comes Down, and Vice Versa
Massachusetts transportation officials plan to rebuild Turnpike at grade—opening Harvard parcels.
by Jonathan Shaw
Can MOOCs Predict the Future of Online Education?
Harvard and MIT experiences suggest a more constrained vision for massive free courses.
by Jonathan Shaw
College Admits 13.4 Percent of Early-Action Applicants
More women in science, and a steady increase in Asian-American admits
by Marina N. Bolotnikova
Sexual Harassment and Assault Reports Increase in 2018
The University reports on a continuing trend—and commits to improving the community’s culture.
by Marina N. Bolotnikova
Angela Merkel Named Harvard Commencement Speaker
The German chancellor will deliver the Commencement address on May 30, 2019.
by Jonathan Shaw
News Briefs
Policing and students, Title IX changes, and public opinion toward higher education
by John S. Rosenberg
Brevia
Harvard design dean departs and other news