University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Mark Carney on the Limits of Soft Power
At the 2026 Davos summit, the Canadian prime minister echoes Harvard’s Joseph Nye.
Harvard’s COVID-19 spring and fall outlook
The spring semester, coronavirus KO’s in-person Commencement, and fall prospects
Harvard College Announces Class of 2025 Admissions Decisions
Harvard admits a record-low 3.4 percent of applicants
by Jacob Sweet
A Failed Peaceful Transfer of Presidential Power
Bill Kristol discusses the future of the Republican Party and the survival of American constitutional democracy.
Harvard Overseer Balloting Begins
The annual election of Overseers and alumni association directors is under way.
Martin Nowak Sanctioned for Jeffrey Epstein Involvement
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences announces disciplinary actions.
Making Voters Care About Climate Change
A professor and a marketing professional try a new tack in climate-change communications.
Harvard Return to Campus August 2
The University announces a date for faculty and staff members to return, in anticipation of fall residential operations.
LEED Platinum and ILFI recognition for Science and Engineering Complex
Harvard leveraged construction of its new Science and Engineering Complex to remove harmful chemicals from building-materials supply chains.
Reckoning with Repair
An update on the presidential initiative on Harvard and the legacy of slavery
A Vision for Post-Pandemic Harvard
Taking stock of a pandemic year, President Bacow sketches how Harvard might change—and where it will not.