University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Harvard Medical School Renames Diversity Office, Revamps Recruitment Program
The latest in a broader rollback of DEI at the University
by Nina Pasquini
Rick Lowe Questions the Concept of “Value” at GSD Class Day
The Houston-based public artist addressed graduates and their families.
by Stephanie Garlock
David Miliband Delivers Kennedy School Commencement Address
“Never lose sight of passion,” the president of the International Rescue Committee urges.
by Zara Zhang
The Day’s Events: Wednesday, May 27
ROTC commissioning and numerous Class Day celebrations, including speeches by Portman, Miliband, and Giffords.
Archon Fung Appointed Harvard Kennedy School Acting Dean
Interim successor to departing David Ellwood announced
by John S. Rosenberg
For Kennedy School Journals, Policy Beyond the Classroom
Through nine journals, students “take control of the narrative” surrounding public policy.
by Stephanie Garlock
Francis J. Doyle III Appointed Engineering Dean
New leader of Harvard’s School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Faculty Honored for Teaching and Advising
Harvard College and GSAS recognize teachers and mentors.
Harvard Horizons Spotlights Eight Scholars
TED-type talks on topics ranging from lizards to “micro-activism,” from doctoral candidates likely to define the futures of their fields.
by Sophia Nguyen
Artist Rick Lowe to Headline Graduate School of Design Class Day
The founder of Houston’s Project Row Houses is a pioneer in social-practice art.
Harvard Public Health Dean Julio Frenk to Depart
Appointed president of University of Miami
by John S. Rosenberg