University News

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

Harvard’s New Online Orientation Emphasizes Intellectual Paths

A summer course for first-years focuses on academic success, diverse viewpoints.

by Jonathan Shaw

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

Harvard faculty newsmakers

Honors and appointments for faculty members

A Harvard undergraduate contemplates cassettes and semesters

The Undergraduate contemplates cassettes and semesters.

by Kathryn C. Reed

How to reinvigorate the humanities at Harvard is the subject of new reports

How to reinvigorate the humanities at Harvard is the subject of new faculty reports

Oprah Winfrey Speaks at 2013 Harvard Commencement

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

Soledad O’Brien Tells Harvard Seniors at Harvard Class Day Not to Take Advice

At Harvard College Class Day, the CNN special correspondent urges the Class of 2013 to follow their own paths.

Harvard ROTC 2013 commissioning ceremony

Harvard’s president, in ROTC address, urges better understanding between civilians and their military.

Harvard College dean Evelynn Hammonds steps down

An abrupt transition at the end of a challenging academic year