University News

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

Trump Administration Appeals Order Restoring $2.7 Billion in Funding to Harvard

The appeal, which had been expected, came two days before the deadline to file.

by Jonathan Shaw

Harvard faculty slow growth and gradual diversification

In the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, slow growth and changing demographics

by John S. Rosenberg

Harvard Law dean to depart and other news briefs

The Law School dean steps down, graduate-student union balloting, divestment, and more

Faculty Hear Report on Trends in Hiring and Promotion

Progress reported on gender, but with notable areas of concern remaining for some minority hires

by Jonathan Shaw

Readers Reflect: How Should Harvard Respond to the Immigration Ban?

Reflecting on Harvard’s role in the Trump administration   

by Oset Babür

Harvard Files Amicus Brief in Case Against Immigration Ban

The University argues that the president’s immigration ban threatens its academic interests. 

by Marina N. Bolotnikova

25 years, and five "Figaros": Harvard College Opera celebrates its anniversary

With swankier digs and a new name, the undergraduate company continues an operatic tradition.

by Sophia Nguyen

Does Journalism Still Have a Future?

A panel on an anxious profession

by Oset Babür

Harvard’s broader approach to single-gender sanctions

Détente in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences as more voices will be heard  

by John S. Rosenberg

How Should Harvard Respond to President Trump’s Travel Ban?

In light of the recent White House ban on travelers from seven Muslim-majority countries, what role should Harvard play? 

Change for a Harvard policy on single-gender organizations?

A faculty committee will make recommendations to change or revise the policy.

by Jonathan Shaw