University News

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

Trump Administration Alleges Harvard Violated Student Civil Rights

In a court filing, the University says government has ignored procedure to “inflict pain.”

by Tamara Evdokimova

The Office for the Arts Turns 50

A birthday party with song, dance, and speech

by Max J. Krupnick

Board of Overseers and HAA Candidates Finalized

Balloting begins April 1. 

by Lydialyle Gibson

Nieman Foundation Leader Departs

Ann Marie Lipinski led the organization through a time of unprecedented change for journalism.

by Lydialyle Gibson

At Risk

Severe threats to Harvard’s finances—and academic mission—in the new political landscape

News in Brief

President Garber’s private installation, settling antisemitism suits, challenging institutional neutrality, and more

Arts and Engineering

The deans of arts and humanities and the school of engineering and applied sciences share their plans and priorities.

by Jonathan Shaw

Allston Ambitions

Harvard presents its 10-year plan for institutional development in Allston.

by Jonathan Shaw

Bill Gates on AI and Innovation

At Harvard, the Microsoft co-founder discusses his biography—and artificial intelligence. 

by Olivia Farrar

“Hard Truths” about Harvard’s Classroom “Compact”

An Arts and Sciences committee raises anew questions about a Crimson education.

by John S. Rosenberg