University News

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

Sign of the Times: Harvard Quarterback Jaden Craig Will Play for TCU

Out of eligibility for the Crimson, the star entered the transfer portal.  

by Dick Friedman

Harvard alumni Sargent, Sims share 2011 Nobel Prize in economics

Two 1968 Ph.D.s honored for work on macroeconomics; join five other alumni recognized in 2011

Walter Isaacson, Harvard Overseer, wrote the official biography of Steve Jobs

Walter Isaacson ’74 wrote the official biography of the Apple co-founder, to be released October 24.

Harvard honorand Ellen Johnson Sirleaf shares 2011 Nobel Peace Prize

The president of Liberia, Harvard's 2011 Commencement speaker, is honored for advocating for the rights of women.

HBS study finds positive Yelp.com reviews lead to increased business

Independent restaurants benefit more than chains.

Jerome Groopman and Pamela Hartzband on beliefs and medical choices

In Your Medical Mind, Jerome Groopman and Pamela Hartzband write about beliefs and medical choices.

Harvard arts and sciences 2011 annual report: budget, faculty growth, and more

The dean’s annual message touches on budget, faculty searches, pedagogy, and more.

Harvard Forest director David Foster to speak at 10/19 event for alumni donors

Alumni who join the Friends of Harvard Magazine can attend the October 19 event at the Harvard Museum of Natural History.

Harvard alumni Perlmutter, Schmidt, Riess win 2011 Nobel Prize in physics

An astrophysical hat trick, for work on supernovae and the expansion of the universe

New poll shows Elizabeth Warren in tight race for Senate seat

The Harvard Law School professor is in a dead heat with Republican senator Scott Brown.

Medical alumnus Ralph M. Steinman wins Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine

The Harvard Medical School alumnus wins the award three days after his death.