University News

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

Harvard Weathers a Year of Turmoil

The federal government has launched unprecedented actions against the University. Here's a guide.

by Jonathan Shaw

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

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

Consequential changes made to Harvard’s Board of Overseers

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

by John S. Rosenberg

Jennifer A. Doudna, Ph.D. ’89, Shares Chemistry Nobel Prize

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 $41.9 Billion on 7.3 Percent Investment Return

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

Harvard Governing Boards Change Overseers

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

by John S. Rosenberg