University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Five Questions with Tien Jiang
How brushing and flossing can protect your heart
President Bacow Reviews Harvard Climate Actions
A summary of current work—and an important new appointment
University Approves New Law School Shield
Moving beyond a symbol associated with slaveholding
by Jacob Sweet
Harvard Scientists’ Leadership in Fighting Infectious Diseases
Dan Barouch awarded $24.5 million for HIV research, Marc Lipsitch named to national center for public health forecasting
The Art of the Dean
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences leader’s plans before and beyond the pandemic
Divinity School Launches New Degree Programs
The new Religion and Public Life initiative promotes "religious literacy" in the professions
Sailing Solo
James Hammitt ’78, is a professor at the School of Public Health—and a superb sailor.
Harvard Arts and Sciences Centennial Medalists
For graduate studies that contributed to society
Should Convicted Felons Serve on Juries?
A prosecutor and a defense attorney say, “Yes.”
Harvard Graduation Morning Exercises Commencement 2021
The Morning Exercises—further adapted for the era of COVID and streaming—come with strong messages about racial justice.
The Baccalaureate—and Proliferating Graduations 2021
President Bacow on reconnecting with other people, and new First-Gen and LGBTQ+ graduation celebrations join the roster