University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Harvard Graduates Can Donate Directly to Their Houses on Housing Day
A new initiative encourages small-dollar donations for improving student life.
Opening days for Harvard College class of 2014
Freshmen are advised, “Embrace the awkward!"
Excerpts from President Faust's 2010 Baccalaureate address
Excerpts from President Faust's Baccalaureate address
2010 Phi Beta Kappa Literary Exercises with Natalie Zemon Davis and D.A. Powell
Historian Natalie Zemon Davis speaks on "The Possibilities of Friendship." Also featuring poet D.A. Powell with a vivid new work. [video/audio]
Are final examinations on the way out at Harvard?
Are final examinations on the way out at Harvard?
Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences annual decanal report
Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences Michael D. Smith presents his annual report.
Harvard faculty diversity update
The annual report of the Office of Faculty Development and Diversity shows gains for women, slow progress elsewhere
Two scholars honored with University Professorships
Social scientist Gary King and systems biologist Marc W. Kirschner are named University Professors.
New Harvard undergraduate courses
Harvard’s new undergraduate General Education curriculum takes shape.
Humanities Rebooted
Curricular revisions for English and the classics
Harvard College Won't Offer Programming for January "Experience"
At least for January 2010, the first break in the calendar created by the University's new academic schedule, Harvard College has announced it will not offer courses or other programs.