University News

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

Harvard Layoffs Continue, with More to Come

In the wake of federal government actions, several Harvard schools and institutes are cutting costs.

by Jonathan Shaw

Harvard Executives’ Compensation Reported

The annual disclosure shows who earned what at Harvard Management Company and in Mass Hall.

With IDEASpHERE, Kennedy School Launches Capital Campaign

Four goals outlined as school seeks $500 million

Greener Buildings and Cities

An ambitious Harvard research center's quiet debut

Harvard Business School’s $1-Billion Campaign

Funding an agenda of intellectual ambition, educational innovation, international reach, and more

Chao Center Groundbreaking at HBS

Family members and dignitaries broke ground for the new Chao Center at Harvard Business School.

Harvard Human-Behavior Initiative Funded

Hedge-fund manager Bill Ackman and Karen Ackman donate $26 million.

Harvard and Arts and Sciences Campaigns Exceed 50 Percent of Goals

In a report to the faculty, Dean Michael Smith details campaign aims and progress.

An Unprecedented Gift for Undergraduate Financial Aid

Kenneth C. Griffin ’89 jump-starts a major Harvard College campaign goal.

$90 Million for HMS Cancer Research

The Ludwig Cancer Research gift endows the study of resistance to therapy.