University News

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

Harvard Faculty Group Proposes Limits on A Grades

The grade inflation measure requires a full faculty vote, expected in the spring.

by Lydialyle Gibson

New EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy Gives Inaugural Speech at Harvard Law School

Gina McCarthy affirms President Obama's commitment to addressing climate change.

Jameela Pedicini named first HMC VP For sustainable investing

She will oversee environmental and social issues for Harvard Management Company.

Harvard files Institutional Master Plan for Allston with City of Boston

The University details its 10-year aspirations for Allston.

An assessment of the report detailing Harvard’s e-mail investigations

Assessing the Keating report on Harvard’s e-mail investigations

Attorney Michael Keating’s initial findings on Harvard’s e-mail investigations

Attorney Michael Keating’s initial findings

A new Nieman Foundation e-book explores the history of Harvard Yard’s 25 gates

A new e-book explores the history of Harvard Yard’s 25 gates.

Donald Pfister Named Harvard College Interim Dean

Former Kirkland House master takes office on July 10.

Harvard heavyweight four-oared crew wins at Henley Royal Regatta

Harry Parker's last crew takes the Visitors’ Challenge Cup at England's Royal Regatta

Supreme Court ruling on affirmative action

The U.S. Supreme Court rules on the consideration of race in admissions to selective institutions of higher education.

Harvard-MIT edX extends to a nonpartner

Harvard-MIT education technology extends to a nonpartner.