University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Harvard’s Endowment, Donations Rise—but the University Runs a Deficit
The annual financial report signals severe challenges to come.
Harvard arts and sciences looks ahead
Faculty of Arts and Sciences dean Michael D. Smith looks beyond financial constraints to academic priorities, from better teaching to renovated undergraduate Houses.
Harvard endowment investments up 11 percent
A year after declining $11 billion, investment returns on Harvard’s endowment turn positive.
President Drew Faust on Harvard issues
Early in the fall term, Drew Faust reviews Harvard’s improved finances, University governance, scientific misconduct, and other issues.
Princeton's strong endowment returns
The Tigers top the Crimson (not to mention the Elis and the Cardinal).
Harvard annual financial report released
A year of planned decreases in revenue, expense savings, and movement toward greater liquidity
Faculty of Arts and Sciences proceeds toward a capital campaign
Dean Michael D. Smith outlines financial gains, academic progress, and emerging ambitions as the pace of planning for University fundraising accelerates.
Stanford's 2011 endowment report outpaces Harvard, Yale
A rate of return and endowment growth much higher than Harvard's and Yale's
Yale endowment rises modestly
The New Haven Ivy's results reflect an investment strategy heavily weighted toward real assets and private equity.
Faust on Harvard, Hauser, Peretz, and other news
In an “Opening Year Dialogue” with former ABC news anchor Charlie Gibson, the president airs her views on a wide range of University issues.
Harvard fundraising holds steady at $596 million
Despite the economic turmoil, philanthropy remains nearly level, and the number of donors rises.