University News

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

FAS Cuts Science Ph.D. Admissions By Half

Backing off plans for more drastic reductions, the division still faces a long-term deficit.

by Lydialyle Gibson

Harvard President Faust Morning Prayers

President Faust at Morning Prayers  

by John S. Rosenberg

Convocation 2016: “I Urge You to Be Idealists”

“Talk a lot, listen even more,” Faust urged first-years. “And listen generously, so that others may take risks, too.” 

Private Universities Must Recognize Graduate-Student Unions, NLRB Rules

The National Labor Relations Board ruling overturns prior law—and Harvard’s own position.

by Marina N. Bolotnikova

Harvard Magazine Celebrates 20 Years Online

A bimonthly publication extended  

Harvard fall semester schedule

Harvard bestirs itself for the fall term.

by John S. Rosenberg

The Purpose of Harvard Law School

Why do Harvard Law students flock overwhelmingly to corporate law?

by Marina N. Bolotnikova

Harvard Medical School names George Daley dean

Stem-cell scientist to lead school. 

by John S. Rosenberg

Harvard’s campus becomes a construction zone

Harvard's sweeping building boom.

by John S. Rosenberg

Harvard Portrait: Michael Brenner

Applied mathematician Michael Brenner on not knowing anything

by Marina N. Bolotnikova

Harvard House renewal gains and challenges

Three projects in, some physical and financial assessments

by John S. Rosenberg