University News

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

Harvard Scholars Discuss Venezuela After Maduro

A Harvard Kennedy School panel unpacks the nation’s oil sector, economy, and democratic hopes.

by Olivia Farrar

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 House renewal gains and challenges

Three projects in, some physical and financial assessments

by John S. Rosenberg

Douglas Elmendorf on progressive policy and economics

New HKS dean Douglas Elmendorf talks progressive policy and economics.

by Marina N. Bolotnikova

"Beyond Words" showcases Greater Boston illuminated manuscripts

Little-known treasures from Houghton Library and other collections

by John S. Rosenberg