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.
A New Front in the Battle Over Affirmative Action
In admissions lawsuit, a test for affirmative action at Harvard and in higher education
Raj Chetty Will Return to Harvard
Chetty is a global leader in research on inequality and social mobility.
Martha Minow Appointed University Professor
Former Law School dean receives Harvard’s highest academic appointment.
Court Filings Allege Discrimination Against Asian-Americans in Admissions
Motions for summary judgment outline plaintiff’s allegation of discrimination, and Harvard’s defense of its admissions program.
Harvard Will Adjust Coaches’ Pay, Per State Law
Harvard Athletics overhauls coaches’ compensation.
Soyoung Lee named chief curator at the Harvard Art Museums
Korean art expert Soyoung Lee will join the museums in September.
University People
S. Allen Counter, undergraduate-education dean, teaching prizes, and more
New deans, graduate student union, faculty diversity, and a final-club update
Two new deans, a graduate-student union, modest gains in faculty diversity, and a final-club update
Brevia
Mass Hall makeover, Adams House renewal on deck, quantitative biology, and more
Harvard president Drew Faust in perspective
Drew Faust’s presidency in perspective