University News

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

Lawrence Summers

Previously undisclosed Epstein links to Harvard affiliates leads to a University review.

by Jonathan Shaw

Harvard endowment $37.1 billion on 8.1 percent return

A “disappointing” 8.1 percent investment return, while the long-term transformation of the management company proceeds

by John S. Rosenberg

Students Chime In on Harvard Presidential Search

An 18-student advisory committee will aid the search for a successor to President Drew Faust. 

by Oset Babür

Harvard Education Dean Ryan Named UVA President

James E. Ryan to depart at the end of the academic year

by John S. Rosenberg

Shaun Donovan Joins Allston Staff

A senior advisor joins Harvard Allston planning. 

by John S. Rosenberg

Renewed Winthrop House welcomes back students under one roof

Students move into a renovated Winthrop House.

by Sophia Nguyen

Harvard experts shape PBS Vietnam series

Harvard experts provide access to Vietnamese sources on the war.

by John S. Rosenberg

In “Little Fires Everywhere,” a Custody Battle Ignites the Comfortable Suburbs

Celeste Ng’s nimble second novel traces a cross-cultural drama in her Midwestern hometown. 

by Sophia Nguyen

Harvard Law School unveils monument to slaves

Harvard Law School recognizes its ties to slavery. 

by Lydialyle Gibson

Faust Condemns DACA Elimination

President Faust urges Congress to protect undocumented students through legislative means. 

Drew Faust leads last start-of-semester Morning Prayers as Harvard president

Drew Faust reflects on the University's purpose at the last start-of-semester Morning Prayers of her Harvard presidency.

by Sophia Nguyen