University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Harvard Layoffs Continue, with More to Come
In the wake of federal government actions, several Harvard schools and institutes are cutting costs.
Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer boosts Harvard computer science faculty
Former Microsoft CEO supports 50 percent increase in faculty ranks.
2014 financial report on surplus, health-benefit costs, and financial aid
Mining Harvard's fiscal year 2014 report for nuggets on employee benefits, financial aid, and more
Faculty challenge Harvard health benefits changes
Arts and Sciences professors condemn and vote against changes in health benefits.
HGSE announces new teacher training program for undergraduates
With the largest gift in the school’s history, and $14.5 million in hand, the undergraduate program will launch next fall.
Cherry Murray, dean of engineering and applied sciences school, to step down
Led school during period of rapid growth—and huge ambitions
Harvard faculty for divestment hold public forum, meet privately with Faust
In a private meeting with University leaders and a public forum, faculty group pushes for divestment.
Harvard to develop undergraduate concentration in theater, dance, and media
Harvard College plans a theater, dance, and media concentration.
Harvard Kennedy School Dean David Ellwood steps down
The Harvard Kennedy School’s leader will conclude his service at the end of the academic year.
Harvard Kennedy School campus expansion
An ambitious expansion and reconfiguration goes before Cambridge planners.
$24-Million HSPH Gift supports research into metabolic diseases such as diabetes
Gift establishes the Ülker Center for Nutrient, Genetic, and Metabolic Research.