University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
International Scholars and Students Targeted—Again
Secretary of State Marco Rubio announces fresh investigation into Harvard’s participation in the Exchange Visitor Program.
by Jonathan Shaw
Much Bigger Than the Police
A Radcliffe Institute panel examines the protest movement against police violence and structural racism.
by Lydialyle Gibson
Coastal Banks Shed Risky Mortgages—Putting the Financial System at Risk
To protect against rising seas, local lenders are selling off risky mortgages.
by Bennett McIntosh
Harvard Single-Gender Social-Club Rules Rescinded
Facing legal challenges, the University does away with its controversial regulations on final clubs, fraternities, and sororities.
by John S. Rosenberg
College Yield Drops 3 Percent During COVID-19
Some students have deferred their enrollment to next year.
by Marina N. Bolotnikova
Straws in the Wind?
Fall academic plans from four different New England institutions—and what Harvard faces
by John S. Rosenberg
How Harvard Handled the 1918 Flu Pandemic
Fall semester interrupted, a century ago
by Matteo Wong
Nancy Coleman Appointed Dean of Continuing Education
A new leader for the Faculty of Arts and Sciences’ large extension operation
by John S. Rosenberg
What to Expect
The choices and challenges facing the University and the Harvard community
by John S. Rosenberg
Juneteenth Is Now a University Holiday
The holiday “offers a moment to acknowledge and celebrate the promise of a new beginning,” University president Larry Bacow wrote.
by Marina N. Bolotnikova
The Pandemic’s Economic Fallout
How the COVID-19 economic crisis has been fundamentally different from past recessions
by Matteo Wong