University News
Plans for a Faculty Senate Move Forward
And annual awards for excellence in teaching, advising, mentoring, and scholarship.
by Jonathan Shaw
Harvard Announces Hiring Freeze
Amid funding uncertainties, the University prepares for austerity
by Max J. Krupnick
Roche to Be Tenant in Allston
First lease for Harvard’s commercial enterprise zone
by Jonathan Shaw
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