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
The Campaign Context
The president and provost put The Harvard Campaign in perspective.
Jameela Pedicini Named First HMC VP For Sustainable Investing
She will oversee environmental and social issues for Harvard Management Company.
Campaign Warm-Up
The Class of 1988 raised an all-time-record Harvard-reunion gift of $115 million.
Brevia
Harvard news: the Marathon bombing, earnings update, galvanizing gifts, primate-center closure, and more
Harvard Endowment Managers’ Pay Reported
Robust results yield strong year for portfolio managers; other salaries disclosed
Penny S. Pritzker ’81 Nominated as Commerce Secretary
The nation’s gain may be Harvard’s loss.
Accelerating the Application of Biomedical Discoveries
Blavatnik Family Foundation’s $50-million gift aims to support development of early-stage Harvard research into human cures
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Harvard news: Oprah at Commencement, Cass R. Sunstein, College admissions and costs, union contract, quiz-show titles overturned, sustainable-investing vice president, and more
Campaign Chatter
The University approaches a public fundraising drive
Harvard and Largest Union Reach Tentative Agreement
The Harvard Union of Clerical and Technical Workers will put a proposal to increase wages before members on April 2.