University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Stand-Up to Simmer Down
In comedy groups, students find ways to be absurd, present, and a little less self-conscious.
by Nina Pasquini
Albanian Joins the Language Curriculum
Harvard is the only Ivy League institution to offer the rare European language.
by Suzana Vuljevic
Harvard College Admits Class of 2027
A slightly smaller applicant pool, augmented financial aid, and higher term bills
by John S. Rosenberg
President Will No Longer Chair Faculty Meetings
Larry Bacow reforms another Harvard tradition.
by John S. Rosenberg
Adam Falk and Natalie Diaz at Phi Beta Kappa
Guest speakers for Commencement 2023 Literary Exercises
by John S. Rosenberg
Brenda Tindal Named Inaugural Chief Campus Curator
The position will oversee the visual culture and signage of the University.
by Nancy Walecki
Bob Odenkirk and Jennifer Coolidge Named Hasty Pudding’s 2023 Man and Woman of the Year
The honorees will visit Cambridge next week for a parade, a show, and a (loving) roast.
by Nancy Walecki
College Admits 7.5 Percent of Early Applicants
The class of 2027 begins to take shape.
by Nancy Walecki
Admissions on Trial
The Supreme Court hears the Harvard and UNC admissions cases.
A Fitter FAS
The dean’s annual report, plus updates on the faculty and its finances
by John S. Rosenberg
Three New University Professors
Catherine Dulac, Robert J. Sampson, and Arlene Sharpe receive highest faculty appointment