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 Norton Anthology of World Literature Reimagines the Global Literary Tradition
A new Norton Anthology, edited by Harvard’s Martin Puchner, reimagines the global literary tradition.
Harvard Alumni Day with Courtney B. Vance
Protest interruptions and a call to do “the right thing”
Heads of the Parade
And a precedent-setting eightieth Harvard reunion
Harvard Considers Request to Rename Winthrop House
Harvard’s process for considering denaming requests is tested for the first time.
When Harvard Should—And Shouldn’t—Speak
A final report from the faculty working group on institutional neutrality
Justice Sonia Sotomayor at Harvard Radcliffe Day
2024 Radcliffe Medalist Sonia Sotomayor on civic engagement and optimism
How the Supreme Court Advances—and Stalls—Progress
A Radcliffe Day panel discusses pluralism and progress.
Close Call
Ending a tumultuous year, Harvard tradition is served in the 373rd Commencement—with plenty of thunder from the stage.
Pro-Palestine Students Walk Out of Harvard Graduation
Pro-Palestine activists hold “The People’s Commencement”
Harvard Confers Six Honorary Degrees
Nobel laureate Maria Ressa, conductor Gustavo Dudamel, President emeritus Larry Bacow among those recognized