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.

by Jonathan Shaw

Unpacking the Before and After of Voter Suppression

Panelists discuss what it looks like, what led us here, and what can be done to fix it. 

by Isa Flores-Jones

The Inauguration Poem

The U.S. Youth Poet Laureate, Amanda S.C. Gorman ’20, practices her art in honor of President Bacow’s inauguration.

Harvard President Bacow Inauguration

On a brilliant autumn day, the University and its new leader embrace new challenges for higher education in America.

by John S. Rosenberg

Seven Harvardians Win MacArthur "Genius" Awards in 2018

This year's winners include a composer, a health economist, and a neuroscientist.

by Oset Babür

A Space “to Convene, to Learn, and to Celebrate”

Klarman Hall, HBS’s newest building, hosts a symposium on the state of U.S. democracy and competitiveness.

by Oset Babür

Harvard Endowment $39.2 billion on 10 percent return

In a stronger year for universities’ investment returns, Harvard Management Company continues its overhaul.

by John S. Rosenberg

Harvard teaching learning agenda

Lessons old and new at the annual Harvard Initiative for Learning and Teaching conference

by John S. Rosenberg

Brian K. Lee Harvard fundraising leader

President Lawrence Bacow fills out his new Harvard team.

by John S. Rosenberg

Harvard Campaign raises $9.62 billion

The University reveals the results for its record-setting fund drive.

by John S. Rosenberg

Harvard President Lawrence Bacow promotes Michigan initiatives

President Bacow listens (and builds partnerships) in Michigan.

by John S. Rosenberg