University News

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

Harvard Retains Winthrop Name

Committee undecided on whether owning slaves merits denaming

by Max J. Krupnick

Surgeon Atul Gawande Named Harvard Alumni Day Speaker

Writer, public health leader will address alumni on June 6

by Max J. Krupnick

It’s Academic (and Other Harvard Concerns)

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences focuses on class attendance, grades—and wider worries about “uncomfortable” threats to academia.

by John S. Rosenberg

Abraham Verghese Named Harvard Commencement Speaker

Physician and author will address the graduation exercises May 29.

by John S. Rosenberg

Harvard Slavery Descendants Program: What’s Next?

After researchers are laid off, an official reiterates commitment to University project.

by Lydialyle Gibson

The Office for the Arts Turns 50

A birthday party with song, dance, and speech

by Max J. Krupnick

Board of Overseers and HAA Candidates Finalized

Balloting begins April 1. 

by Lydialyle Gibson

Nieman Foundation Leader Departs

Ann Marie Lipinski led the organization through a time of unprecedented change for journalism.

by Lydialyle Gibson

At Risk

Severe threats to Harvard’s finances—and academic mission—in the new political landscape

News in Brief

President Garber’s private installation, settling antisemitism suits, challenging institutional neutrality, and more