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

News Briefs

Final-club sanctions, a new Corporation member, medical conflicts of interest, MIT capital campaign, and improving student writing

by John S. Rosenberg , Marina N. Bolotnikova , Aidan Langston

Brevia

Slaves at Harvard, an early-childhood education initiative at HGSE, Air Force ROTC returns, climate change, the Extension School, and more

Chao Center Dedicated at HBS

Dignitaries help celebrate the new building’s opening day.

by Aidan Langston

David M. Rubenstein to Join Harvard Corporation

An orderly, future succession, from educator to investment manager, on the senior governing board

by John S. Rosenberg

Harvard Management Company Leader Takes Medical Leave

Stephen Blyth on temporary leave of absence 

A $35-Million Gift to HGSE Launches an Early Childhood Initiative

The Saul Zaentz Charitable Foundation’s donation is the largest in the school’s history. 

What Harvard’s Senior Executives Earned Last Year

The University discloses compensation for investment executives and administrators.

by John S. Rosenberg

Grad Students Call on Harvard to Remain Neutral in Union Bid

The rally culminates a year of activism in favor of student unionization. 

by Marina N. Bolotnikova

Klarman Hall Breaks Ground

Harvard Business School’s expansion proceeds, amid debate about capitalism.

by John S. Rosenberg

Harvard’s Allston Science and Engineering Complex Approved

The 556,850-square-foot building is described as a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship.

by Laura Levis