University News

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

In Federal Court, Harvard and the Government Have Friends

A look at the amicus curiae briefs in Harvard’s funding case

by Tamara Evdokimova

Brevia

Racial justice efforts, “Lowell?” House, and more

Overseers’ Overhaul

A consequential change in the composition of and elections for the Board of Overseers

by John S. Rosenberg

Jennifer A. Doudna, Ph.D. ’89, and Emmanuelle Charpentier Share Chemistry Nobel

Recognized for developing genome-editing technique

by John S. Rosenberg

The Voter-Fraud Disinformation Campaign

A White House-led effort to recast public discourse 

by Marina N. Bolotnikova

Five Harvardians Win MacArthur Grants

Harvard faculty, alumni are among this year’s 21 winners

by Lydialyle Gibson

Harvard Endowment Valued at $41.9 Billion, Up 2.4 Percent

Harvard Management Company reports a 7.3 percent return on endowment investments.

by John S. Rosenberg

Harvard Helps Local Small Businesses

Using local accommodations and assisting commercial tenants

by Kristina DeMichele

“Our Vote Counts”

A cross-cultural effort fosters civic engagement in activists’ own communities.

by Kristina DeMichele

Admissions Lawsuit, Round Two

Appellate arguments are heard in a closely watched admissions case. 

by Marina N. Bolotnikova

Governing Boards Change Composition of Overseers

Limits on election of petition candidates and other measures are adopted.

by John S. Rosenberg