University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Is the Constitution Broken?
Harvard legal scholars debate the state of our founding national document.
Surgeon Atul Gawande Named Harvard Alumni Day Speaker
Writer, public health leader will address alumni on June 6
It’s Academic (and Other Harvard Concerns)
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences focuses on class attendance, grades—and wider worries about “uncomfortable” threats to academia.
Abraham Verghese Named Harvard Commencement Speaker
Physician and author will address the graduation exercises May 29.
Harvard Slavery Descendants Program: What’s Next?
After researchers are laid off, an official reiterates commitment to University project.
The Office for the Arts Turns 50
A birthday party with song, dance, and speech
Board of Overseers and HAA Candidates Finalized
Balloting begins April 1.
Nieman Foundation Leader Departs
Ann Marie Lipinski led the organization through a time of unprecedented change for journalism.
At Risk
Severe threats to Harvard’s finances—and academic mission—in the new political landscape
Harvard University’s 373rd Commencement Excercises
Commencement and Alumni Day schedules
Brief News Summary Harvard Spring 2025
President Garber’s private installation, settling antisemitism suits, challenging institutional neutrality, and more