University News

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

John Goldberg named Dean of Harvard Law School

A professor at HLS since 2008, he steps up from the interim role.

by Vivian W. Rong

Harvard in the Heartland

President Bacow listens (and builds partnerships) in Michigan.

by John S. Rosenberg

Thinking about Space

Design courses enlarge the College curriculum.

by Lily Scherlis

News Briefs

A Medical School real-estate deal, and a busy post-presidency for Drew Faust

by John S. Rosenberg

The Political Solicitor General

The “Tenth Justice” and the polarization of the Supreme Court

by Lincoln Caplan

Graduate Student Union Considers Agenda

The HGSU-UAW prepares for fall negotiations.

by Brandon J. Dixon

Martha Minow Appointed University Professor

Former Law School dean receives Harvard’s highest academic appointment.

by John S. Rosenberg

“Crimmigration”

Harvard Law students address immigrants’ legal challenges.

by Marina N. Bolotnikova

Focus on Faust

Drew Faust’s presidency in perspective

by John S. Rosenberg

He Has Made the World a Safer Place

A symposium honors a scientist who championed biological and chemical weapons control.

by Jonathan Shaw

Picture-Perfect

The 367th Commencement: the student speakers, the honorary-degree recipients, and the full spectacle of Harvard’s Morning Exercises

by John S. Rosenberg