University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Mark Carney on the Limits of Soft Power
At the 2026 Davos summit, the Canadian prime minister echoes Harvard’s Joseph Nye.
Harvard Campaign raises $9.62 billion
The University reveals the results for its record-setting fund drive.
Harvard President Lawrence Bacow promotes Michigan initiatives
President Bacow listens (and builds partnerships) in Michigan.
Harvard’s twenty-ninth president gets to work
With greetings to the community, and a major faculty appointment, new Harvard president Lawrence S. Bacow sets to work.
Harvard defends race-conscious admissions policies against lawsuit
New filings in a lawsuit against Harvard over admissions allege discrimination against Asian-Americans.
Undergraduate courses at the Graduate School of Design
Design courses enlarge the College curriculum.
HMS real-estate deal and a busy post-presidency
A Medical School real-estate deal, and a busy post-presidency for Drew Faust
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.
The Supreme Court and a politicized U.S. Solicitor General
The “Tenth Justice” and the polarization of the Supreme Court
Harvard President Lawrence Bacow Delivers First Address at Morning Prayers
On the first day of classes, President Larry Bacow reminds students of the importance of reflection and contemplation.