University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Harvard Scholars Discuss Venezuela After Maduro
A Harvard Kennedy School panel unpacks the nation’s oil sector, economy, and democratic hopes.
Samantha Power delivers the Class Day address at Harvard Law School
Human-rights activist Samantha Power recommends doing work you care about. [audio/video link]
Mexican president Felipe Calderón addresses Harvard Kennedy School graduates
President Felipe Calderón of Mexico speaks of the challenges and costs of public service. [video link]
Harvard Business School Class day
Speakers at the Harvard Business School Class Day ceremony referenced both the current economic turmoil and potential paths to prosperity and justice. [audio]
Bevington, Fischer-Galati, Maskin, Nussbaum: The 2010 Centennial Medalists
This year's honorands are Shakespeare scholar David Bevington, East European historian Stephen Fischer-Galati, economist Eric Maskin, and classical philologist Martha Nussbaum.
The 2010 Baccalaureate address by President Drew Faust
President Drew Faust advises graduating seniors on finding their way in uncertain times. [audio]
2010 Phi Beta Kappa Literary Exercises with Natalie Zemon Davis and D.A. Powell
Historian Natalie Zemon Davis speaks on "The Possibilities of Friendship." Also featuring poet D.A. Powell with a vivid new work. [video/audio]
Are final examinations on the way out at Harvard?
Are final examinations on the way out at Harvard?
Sue Goldie Named Director of Harvard Institute for Global Health
Paul Farmer and David Cutler will direct education at the institute, which has a new name and new status within the University.
Harvard Management Company compensation, investments
Harvard Management Company refines its compensation system, and aims to gain more advantageous terms for assets managed externally.
Harvard Medical School's Walsh wins Welch Award
A leader among the University's scientists is recognized for fundamental discoveries in enzyme chemistry.