University News
Plans for a Faculty Senate Move Forward
And annual awards for excellence in teaching, advising, mentoring, and scholarship
by Jonathan Shaw
Harvard Fundraising Receipts Rise 7 Percent
University reports $639 million received in 2011—third highest total.
375th Anniversary “Festival” of Friendship and Food
Preparations in full swing for Harvard's community celebration Friday night
Princeton’s Strong Investment Returns, Endowment Growth
Schools continue to report favorable results—but those with capital campaigns can grow faster.
Commemorating 375 Years, in a Flash
The Harvard 375th “flash mob” danced to James Brown as they rehearsed for the Friday night gala.
Alumni Sargent and Sims Share Nobel Prize in Economics
Two 1968 Ph.D.s honored for work on macroeconomics; join five other alumni recognized in 2011
Steve Jobs Biographer Is Harvard Overseer
Walter Isaacson ’74 wrote the official biography of the Apple co-founder, to be released October 24.
Honorand Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, M.P.A. ’71, Shares Nobel Peace Prize
The president of Liberia, Harvard's 2011 Commencement speaker, is honored for advocating for the rights of women.
HBS Study Finds Positive Yelp Reviews Boost Business
Independent restaurants benefit more than chains.
Putting Stock in Your Doc
In Your Medical Mind, Jerome Groopman and Pamela Hartzband write about beliefs and medical choices.
Arts and Sciences Status Report
The dean’s annual message touches on budget, faculty searches, pedagogy, and more.