University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Pete Buttigieg Calls For a Politics of ‘Belonging’
A Kennedy School panel discusses polarization and the uncertain future of American democracy.
Souter Named Harvard Commencement Speaker
The recently retired Supreme Court Justice will appear on May 27.
Justin Timberlake Accepts Award from Harvard's Hasty Pudding Theatricals
The singer, actor, and former boy band member stays good-natured while being roasted by members of the Hasty Pudding Theatricals.
Harvard Arts and Sciences faculty pares deficit
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences lessens its budget problem, but an $80-million financial shortfall remains.
Timberlake and Hathaway snag Pudding pots, Carlos Slim gift, IRS audit, and more
UPDATED. Our roundup also includes news of a gift from Carlos Slim, a favorable ranking of Harvard's value among colleges, and an audit by the IRS.
Harvard begins Fogg museum renovation
UPDATED. A wholesale renovation and reconstruction of Harvard’s flagship Fogg Art Museum has begun, despite the challenging financial environment.
Harvard College applications top 30,000
Preliminary results show a record of more than 30,000 applicants.
Records of Harvard alumni who hold military awards for valor sought
Advocates for Harvard ROTC seek information on Harvard alumni who hold military awards for valor.
Harvard financial losses extend beyond the endowment
The Harvard University Financial Report for fiscal year 2009 documents losses not previously detailed.
Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences annual decanal report
Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences Michael D. Smith presents his annual report.
Harvard faculty diversity update
The annual report of the Office of Faculty Development and Diversity shows gains for women, slow progress elsewhere