University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Free Speech, the Bomb—and Donald Trump
A Harvard cardiologist on the unlikely alliances that shaped a global movement to prevent nuclear war
Gary Urton Stripped of Emeritus Status
An investigation finds the former anthropology professor “engaged in unwelcome sexual conduct and abused power,” among other violations of institutional policies and values
Contending with Long Covid
Some patients experience lingering and debilitating symptoms after COVID-19.
Harvard Art Museums names a new curator
Horace D. Ballard will direct American art collections at the museums.
Virtual Graduation 2.0
Harvard’s second, more expansive online graduation, with honorands and more
The 2021 Honorands
An honorable tradition resumes, virtually.
The Year That Was
Class spirit (the shirt), recyclable regalia, Zoom primal scream
The future of teaching
Pilot program points to the potential of hybrid instruction.
Breaking even in a bleak year?
Elements may be in place for the University’s financial recovery.
News Briefs: Important University Updates
A large leap in the smallest science, decarbonization debates, admissions lawsuit
Brevia: Harvard News in Brief
New police leader, top teachers, and an excellent economist