University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Trump Administration Appeals Order Restoring $2.7 Billion in Funding to Harvard
The appeal, which had been expected, came two days before the deadline to file.
After the Pandemic’s Peak
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences’ annual report portrays a good foundation for its academic future.
Harvard Endowment Increases $11.3 Billion and University Operates at a Surplus
A 33.6 percent return on endowment investments, as expense controls and donor support buoy the budget in an unprecedented year
Penny Pritzker Gives $100 Million for New Harvard Economics Facility
Landmark support for an eminently strong department
The Art of the Dean
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences leader’s plans before and beyond the pandemic
edX Exit
Harvard and MIT sell to a for-profit company, and pursue their mission with a new model.
Breaking even in a bleak year?
Elements may be in place for the University’s financial recovery.
Harvard May Avoid FY 2021 Operating Loss Despite Pandemic
Reduced expenses offset declines in revenue for FY 2021, helping Harvard avoid the layoffs that have eliminated one in eight jobs within higher education.
Harvard Endowment Fossil-Fuel Holdings Net-Zero Progress
Harvard Management Company issues its first report on the “net-zero” greenhouse-gas emissions goal.
Harvard’s annual financial report
The pandemic—and prospects for the University and the Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Most Harvard Staff Will Be Remote through June 30
And other changes to Harvard’s COVID-19 workforce policies