University News

Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.

In Federal Court, Harvard and the Government Have Friends

A look at the amicus curiae briefs in Harvard’s funding case

by Tamara Evdokimova

Jeff Lichtman Appointed Dean of Science

Neuroscientist to lead Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences division

by John S. Rosenberg

New Kennedy School Dean Announced

Stanford political scientist Jeremy Weinstein set to lead

by Max J. Krupnick

A New Chapter for Harvard Arts

The Office for the Arts turns 50, and its longtime director steps down.

by Lydialyle Gibson

Education School Announces Interim Dean

Nonie Lesaux will serve as dean during the search for a new one.

by Max J. Krupnick

Harvard Medalists

Three people honored for extraordinary service to the University

by Nell Porter-Brown

Historic Humor

University Archives to preserve Harvard Lampoon materials

by Nina Pasquini

The Enterprise Research Campus, Part Two

Tishman Speyer signals readiness to pursue approval for second phase of commercial development.  

by Jonathan Shaw

Sean Kelly Named Dean of Arts and Humanities

Will begin new role July 1

by Jonathan Shaw

Claudine Gay in First Post-Presidency Appearance

At Morning Prayers, speaks of resilience and the unknown

by Max J. Krupnick

The Dark History Behind Chocolate

A Harvard course on the politics and culture of food

by Lydialyle Gibson