University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Harvard Adopts Reforms as Higher Ed Turmoil Continues
University creates new “interfaith engagement” role; Columbia, Brown settle with the government.
Harvard Fencing Coach Peter Brand's Real Estate Transactions Scrutinized
Head fencing coach Peter Brand allegedly sold his Needham home to the father of a prospective fencer at an inflated price.
Harvard course requirements quantitative reasoning
How Harvard will structure its General Education “quantitative reasoning” requirement
Harvard College course shopping period
Undergraduates’ flexibility in registering for courses is retained for at least a year or two.
College Admits 4.5 Percent of Applicants to Class of 2023
And the term bill approaches $70,000
Harvard Lowell House changes portraits display
A meaningful change in the images on display in the renewed Lowell House
Harvard President Bacow academic freedom China
The president addresses fraught issues at a delicate time in China.
Replacement of Iberian Men 4,000 Years Ago Raises Fresh Questions
Ancient DNA reveals Bronze Age replacement of Iberian men, raising new questions.
One Shoe, No Problems
7,700 meters of grit and pain
by Jacob Sweet
Harvard American Repertory Theater Moving to Allston
A $100-million gift catalyzes a surprising theater relocation.
Allston ArtLab Prepares to Open
An “interdisciplinary laboratory devoted to creativity, innovation, collaboration, and connection”