University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Harvard Kennedy School Unveils American Service Fellowship
Will fund degrees for 50 public servants and military veterans
by Max J. Krupnick
Douglas W. Elmendorf Appointed Harvard Kennedy School Dean
Recently concluded service as head of Congressional Budget Office
by John S. Rosenberg
Harvard Study: EPA’s Fine-Particle Pollution Standards May Be Too Loose
New HSPH study finds that air pollution below EPA standards still endangers health.
by Zara Zhang
Harvard Engineering and Applied Sciences Receives $400-Million Endowment Gift
John A. Paulson underwrites school with University’s largest gift.
by John S. Rosenberg
“Be Bold, Be Courageous, Be Your Best!”
Gabrielle Giffords and Mark Kelly speak at Harvard Law School Class Day.
by Nell Porter-Brown
Rick Lowe Questions the Concept of “Value” at GSD Class Day
The Houston-based public artist addressed graduates and their families.
by Stephanie Garlock
David Miliband Delivers Kennedy School Commencement Address
“Never lose sight of passion,” the president of the International Rescue Committee urges.
by Zara Zhang
The Day’s Events: Wednesday, May 27
ROTC commissioning and numerous Class Day celebrations, including speeches by Portman, Miliband, and Giffords.
Archon Fung Appointed Harvard Kennedy School Acting Dean
Interim successor to departing David Ellwood announced
by John S. Rosenberg
For Kennedy School Journals, Policy Beyond the Classroom
Through nine journals, students “take control of the narrative” surrounding public policy.
by Stephanie Garlock
Francis J. Doyle III Appointed Engineering Dean
New leader of Harvard’s School of Engineering and Applied Sciences