University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Trump Administration Unveils New Attacks on Harvard
Government tightens financial oversight of Harvard, threatens to pull student aid.
Updates on Harvard projects in Allston
In Allston, progress on the science and engineering complex, Life Lab, and renovated graduate-student housing
by Laura Levis
Harvard Corporation to Drop Law School Shield Linked to Slavery
The announcement follows a Law School committee’s recommendation to abandon the shield.
Alumni coalition opposes Harvard Overseer slate
The campaign is joined as the Coalition for a Diverse Harvard organizes in response to petitioners.
Steven Spielberg named Harvard’s 2016 Commencement speaker
The filmmaker will address graduates on May 26.
by Laura Levis
Harvard Art Museums appoints Martha Tedeschi as new Cabot director
Hailing from the Art Institute of Chicago, Tedeschi will assume the role next July.
Sexual Assault Report Calls For Harvard Campus Culture Change
The report urges annual prevention training for faculty and students, more funding, and changes in final clubs.
Harvard Law School Committee Recommends Abandoning Shield Linked to Slavery
The recommendation follows three months of investigation into the shield’s history.
Toni Morrison speaks at Harvard, on slavery and "the literature of belonging"
The distinguished writer delivered the first of six lectures on slavery, racism, and “the literature of belonging.”
Sarah Jessica Parker to speak at Harvard Law School Class Day
The actor and businesswoman will address students on Wednesday, May 25.
by Laura Levis
Harvard capital campaign nears $6.5-billion goal
Now comes the harder part: fulfilling under-funded priorities.