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

After the Storm: Presidential Perspectives

Early in the fall term, Drew Faust reviews Harvard’s improved finances, University governance, scientific misconduct, and other issues.

Princeton Records Strong Endowment Investment Gains

The Tigers top the Crimson (not to mention the Elis and the Cardinal).

No Surprises: Harvard's 2010 Financial Report

A year of planned decreases in revenue, expense savings, and movement toward greater liquidity

FAS Pivots to Campaign Mode—Updated

Dean Michael D. Smith outlines financial gains, academic progress, and emerging ambitions as the pace of planning for University fundraising accelerates.

Stanford Posts Very Strong Investment Returns

A rate of return and endowment growth much higher than Harvard's and Yale's

Yale Endowment Investments Appreciate 8.9 Percent—Updated

The New Haven Ivy's results reflect an investment strategy heavily weighted toward real assets and private equity.

President Faust on Finances, Scientific Misconduct, the Martin Peretz-Muslim Furor, and More

In an “Opening Year Dialogue” with former ABC news anchor Charlie Gibson, the president airs her views on a wide range of University issues.

Harvard Supporters Keep on Giving

Despite the economic turmoil, philanthropy remains nearly level, and the number of donors rises.

Columbia Endowment Investments Gain 17 Percent

The New York Ivy's endowment strategy yields a stronger result than Harvard's.

“Through a Thunderstorm and Into the Sunlight Again”

President Faust on the state of the University, with the financial crisis now in the rearview mirror.