University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Harvard Graduates Can Donate Directly to Their Houses on Housing Day
A new initiative encourages small-dollar donations for improving student life.
“Find Your Way to Heal This World”
A virtual Convocation for the College class of 2024
Harvard Announces Dean of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Sheree Ohen appointed as inaugural associate dean
by Jacob Sweet
Harvard Fall Pandemic Uncertainties
In volatile circumstances, plans are upended and remade.
Harvard fall student and staff conditions
Who will be at Harvard when the academic year begins—and under what conditions
First-Year International Students Won't Be Allowed on Campus This Fall
Federal visa restrictions will prevent freshman international students from living in the United States.
Harvard MIT Sue U.S. Government Over International Students Directive
Attack U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Immigration and Customs Enforcement directive
Harvard Allows 40 Percent of Undergraduates Return Fall Semester
Freshmen and others on campus this fall, seniors in spring; plus calendar changes, no change in cost of attendance, and other details released
Harvard Single-Gender Club Rules Rescinded
Facing legal challenges, the University does away with its controversial regulations on final clubs, fraternities, and sororities.
College Yield Drops 3 Percent Since COVID-19
Some students have deferred their enrollment to next year.
Harvard fall plans informed by other northeastern colleges
Fall academic plans from four different New England institutions—and what Harvard faces