University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Harvard’s New Online Orientation Emphasizes Intellectual Paths
A summer course for first-years focuses on academic success, diverse viewpoints.
Harvard Commencement talk by Lawrence Bacow, Teju Cole, Angela Merkel
Commencement remarks on character and conduct by President Lawrence S. Bacow, Chancellor Angela Merkel, Teju Cole, and more
Harvard President Bacow lighter Commencement talk
President Bacow’s lighter, and personal, side during Commencement week
Harvard Commencement moments: Lift every voice, Remy the cat
Short takes from Commencement, from a stirring “Lift Every Voice and Sing” and powerful reunion moments to Mme. Caller and a neglected feline would-be honorand
New HGSE dean Bridget Terry Long takes stock a year in
New HGSE dean Bridget Terry Long seeks to “expand, double down, and deepen our impact.”
From #MeToo fallout to undergraduate education and public service
Faculty Dean denouement, Domínguez disinvitation, fencing issues, and updates on undergraduate education and public service
University People
Teaching stars, new academicians, a memorable May Day, and more
A new Design dean, divestment activism, and more
A new Design dean, disruptive divestment activism, Radcliffe fellows, and more
DNA testing leads Stuart Schreiber to welcome answers
A scientist discovers his own family’s secrets.
Wyss Institute Receives $131 Million to Support Translational Research
A third round of funding by one of Harvard's leading donors
Harvard ART Allston architect named
U.K.-based Haworth Tompkins to design its first U.S. building