University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
The Latest In Harvard’s Fight with the Trump Administration
Back-and-forth reports on settlement talks, new accusations from the government, and a reshuffling of two federal compliance offices
Commencement Celebrity: Tom Hanks to Address Graduates
The actor and filmmaker will be Harvard’s guest speaker on May 25.
It's Still Hard for Women in Science
New book on Nancy Hopkins speaks to women's fight for equality then—and their fight now
Adrian Piper to Receive Harvard Arts Medal
Spanning more than 50 years, the conceptual artist’s work explores race, class, gender, and identity.
President Will No Longer Chair Faculty Meetings
Larry Bacow reforms another Harvard tradition.
Humans on Horseback
New evidence on domestication of horses—and the spread of an ancient Eurasian culture
Adam Falk and Natalie Diaz at Phi Beta Kappa
Guest speakers for Commencement 2023 Literary Exercises
Ruth Simmons to Join Harvard as Senior Adviser
The former Brown University president will focus on partnerships with HBCUs.
Readying for a Reckoning
Vice provost Sara Bleich on implementing the recommendations in Harvard’s report on ties to slavery
Academic Workers Rally for Union Recognition
Amid other tough negotiations, Harvard non-tenure-track faculty and staff seek better compensation, workplace protections, and an end to term limits.
Research Clusters Seek Climate Solutions
Teams of Harvard researchers will develop concrete proposals for addressing specific climate impacts.