University News

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

When Code Meets Canvas

In brushstrokes and bytes, a symposium at Harvard explores data, perception, and art.

by Olivia Farrar

A New Portrait of “Jackie”

The screenplay, by Today Show producer Noah Oppenheim ’00, traces how the Camelot myth was made.

by Sophia Nguyen

An Election Post-Mortem

Trump and Clinton campaign managers dissect election strategy, and argue about racism.

by Marina N. Bolotnikova

Protesters Condemn Trump Advisers

Protesters at the Kennedy School called for the dismissal of Trump adviser Steve Bannon.

by Marina N. Bolotnikova

Senior Fellow William Lee on Harvard’s Strategic Challenges

William F. Lee discusses governance reform, and the Corporation’s emerging focus on the University’s strategic challenges.

by John S. Rosenberg

“The Impression That You Exist”

Neil Rudenstine on the humanities, at Dumbarton Oaks

by Bailey Trela

Clinton Campaigners Reflect on a Lost Election

Students and alumni who worked for the Clinton campaign reflect on their defeat, and the way forward. 

by Matthew Disler

Janitors Reach Contract Agreement with Harvard

Averting a second campus strike this semester

by Marina N. Bolotnikova

Danielle Allen Appointed University Professor

A high-ranking position for a new member of the faculties

Trump and Apocalyptic Thinking

After Trump’s win, Harvardians ask, what happened? 

by Lydialyle Gibson

Doris Salcedo Gives Form to Tragedy

A powerful exhibit opens at the Harvard Art Museums.

by Sophia Nguyen