University News
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Named Harvard College Class Day Speaker
The basketball player and writer will address Harvard seniors on May 28.
by Nina Pasquini
Marty Baron Named Harvard Commencement Speaker
During an era of shrinking newspapers and political attacks on journalism, The Washington Post’s editor will be honored.
by John S. Rosenberg
Harvard Explores Slavery Connections Further
The president announces a $5-million initiative.
by John S. Rosenberg
"I Can't See My Family"
DACA recipient Daishi Miguel Tanaka '19 graduated last month without his parents in attendance.
by Nina Pasquini
Women of the Year
At the 368th Commencement, sober talk about the times—and life lessons from a cohort of powerful women
by John S. Rosenberg
Honoris Causa
The honorands of 2019
They Said
Commencement remarks on character and conduct by President Lawrence S. Bacow, Chancellor Angela Merkel, Teju Cole, and more
The Personal President
President Bacow’s lighter, and personal, side during Commencement week
Commencement Confetti: Davóne Tines
Short takes from Commencement, from a stirring “Lift Every Voice and Sing” and powerful reunion moments to Mme. Caller and a neglected feline would-be honorand
Dolores Huerta on the Power to Change
Radcliffe Medalist Dolores Huerta has spent her life helping people realize that they have power.
by Jacob Sweet , Lydialyle Gibson
"Listen to One Another": Harvard Commencement
Beyond the formalities, a message at the Morning Exercises of the University’s 368th Commencement
by John S. Rosenberg , Jacob Sweet