University News

Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.

Harvard Divinity School Sets New Priorities

After two years of turmoil, Dean Marla Frederick describes a more pluralistic future for the institution’s culture and curriculum.

by Lydialyle Gibson

Seven Harvardians Win MacArthur "Genius" Awards in 2018

This year's winners include a composer, a health economist, and a neuroscientist.

by Oset Babür

A Space “to Convene, to Learn, and to Celebrate”

Klarman Hall, HBS’s newest building, hosts a symposium on the state of U.S. democracy and competitiveness.

by Oset Babür

Harvard Endowment $39.2 billion on 10 percent return

In a stronger year for universities’ investment returns, Harvard Management Company continues its overhaul.

by John S. Rosenberg

Harvard teaching learning agenda

Lessons old and new at the annual Harvard Initiative for Learning and Teaching conference

by John S. Rosenberg

Brian K. Lee Harvard fundraising leader

President Lawrence Bacow fills out his new Harvard team.

by John S. Rosenberg

Harvard Campaign raises $9.62 billion

The University reveals the results for its record-setting fund drive.

by John S. Rosenberg

Harvard President Lawrence Bacow promotes Michigan initiatives

President Bacow listens (and builds partnerships) in Michigan.

by John S. Rosenberg

HMS real-estate deal and a busy post-presidency

A Medical School real-estate deal, and a busy post-presidency for Drew Faust

by John S. Rosenberg

New FAS dean, biomedical momentum, and more University news

New FAS dean, biomedical momentum, and more University news

Profile of Lawrence S. Bacow, Harvard’s 29th president

Lawrence S. Bacow, a career educator, is schooled in making decisions.

by John S. Rosenberg