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
Asian-American Admissions Suit Proceeds to Discovery
The College notifies tens of thousands of applicants about the request for admissions data.
by John S. Rosenberg
Nobel Duo
Two Harvardians win Nobel Prizes, in peace and in economics.
Health Benefits to Cost 7 Percent More
Harvard continues to contend with rising medical bills.
by John S. Rosenberg
The Endowment Ebbs
Investment losses and distributions for the budget reduce the assets by $1.9 billion.
by John S. Rosenberg
Online-Education Updates
MOOC technology in classroom use, for degrees, and more
by John S. Rosenberg
Laura Levis
The untimely death of a former colleague
Brevia
Medical School dean, humanities and sciences honorands, and an app for thriving at Harvard
Electing Overseers
Plans to overhaul the Board of Overseers’ election procedures
by John S. Rosenberg
Dining-hall Workers’ Strike Begins
The union demands a year-round living wage and affordable health insurance.
by Marina N. Bolotnikova
Dining Hall Workers Move Toward Strike Next Week
Wages, health benefits, and year-round work are at issue.
by Marina N. Bolotnikova