University News

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

The School of Public Health, Facing a Financial Reckoning, Seizes the Chance to Reinvent Itself

Dean Andrea Baccarelli plans for a smaller, more impactful Chan School of 2030.

by Jonathan Shaw

In Harvard’s Arts and Sciences faculty, efforts to find more tenure-track women

In the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, efforts are under way to attract more tenure-track women.

Lawyer James Ryan at Harvard Graduate School of Education

Lawyer James Ryan, new dean of Harvard Graduate School of Education, is a scholar and champion of equal educational opportunity.

by Lincoln Caplan

How the Internet has leveled the playing field in numerous public realms

The Internet has led to cultural and economic changes that tilt power away from large organizations, argues Nicco Mele in a new book.

by Elizabeth Gudrais

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

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

Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences discusses University governance concerns

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences considers “consultation, communication, and governance.”

Harvard Business School exhibit highlights its history of educating women

A Baker Library | Bloomberg Center exhibit helps commemorate women’s history at the school.

Harvard faculty newsmakers

Honors and appointments for faculty members

Harvard news: the Marathon bombing, earnings update, galvanizing gifts, and more

Harvard news: the Marathon bombing, earnings update, galvanizing gifts, primate-center closure, and more

James E. Ryan named new Harvard Graduate School of Education dean

James E. Ryan to succeed Kathleen McCartney on September 1.

Oprah Winfrey Speaks at 2013 Harvard Commencement

Oprah Winfrey, Drew Faust, and Harvard events on Commencement afternoon