University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
At Harvard, Mitt Romney Warns Against ‘Authoritarian’ Presidential Power
The former senator touched on polarization, tech governance, and diplomacy during a conversation at the Institute of Politics.
Harvard Reports $298 Million 2019 Surplus
The University discloses a sixth consecutive budget surplus—and details enormous changes in the endowment.
Modest returns: Harvard endowment up 4.3 percent
The endowment rises to $40.9 billion in a year of more modest investment returns.
Harvard Arts and Sciences Academic Priorities and Finances
Claudine Gay’s annual report to the faculty outlines broad goals—and challenging circumstances.
Harvard Endowment Increases 4.3 Percent to $40.9 Billion
In a year of tepid returns for universities, Harvard Management Company reports 6.5 percent gain on investments.
Harvard Corporation’s William Lee on University Priorities
Senior fellow William F. Lee on the University’s priorities during President Lawrence S. Bacow’s first year
What Harvard’s Highest-Paid Employees Made in 2017
The University discloses top employees’ pay in its annual tax filing.
Harvardians: transitions, appointments, and honors
Transitions, appointments, and honors
Harvard’s Office for Technology Development boosts translational research
Robust licensing revenue and corporate alliances boost translational research.
Will future online education become limited to professional degrees?
Harvard and MIT experiences suggest a more constrained vision for massive free courses.
Blavatnik gift accelerates Harvard Medical School research
A $200-million gift from the Blavatnik Family Foundation paves the way.