University News

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

The School of Public Health, Facing a Financial Reckoning, Seizes the Chance to Reinvent Itself

Dean Andrea Baccarelli plans for a smaller, more impactful Chan School of 2030.

by Jonathan Shaw

Harvard’s budget surpluses and endowment challenges

An analysis of the annual financial report, and of Harvard Management Company’s transformation

by John S. Rosenberg

Harvard president enables more research into University's slavery ties

The president announces a $5-million initiative.

by John S. Rosenberg

Harvard Reports $298 Million 2019 Surplus

The University discloses a sixth consecutive budget surplus—and details enormous changes in the endowment.

by John S. Rosenberg

Modest returns: Harvard endowment up 4.3 percent

The endowment rises to $40.9 billion in a year of more modest investment returns.

by John S. Rosenberg

Harvard Arts and Sciences Academic Priorities and Finances

Claudine Gay’s annual report to the faculty outlines broad goals—and challenging circumstances.

Harvard Endowment Increases 4.3 Percent to $40.9 Billion

In a year of tepid returns for universities, Harvard Management Company reports 6.5 percent gain on investments.

by John S. Rosenberg

Harvard Corporation’s William Lee on University Priorities

Senior fellow William F. Lee on the University’s priorities during President Lawrence S. Bacow’s first year

by John S. Rosenberg

What Harvard’s Highest-Paid Employees Made in 2017

The University discloses top employees’ pay in its annual tax filing. 

by Marina N. Bolotnikova

Harvardians: transitions, appointments, and honors

Transitions, appointments, and honors

Harvard’s Office for Technology Development boosts translational research

Robust licensing revenue and corporate alliances boost translational research.

by Jonathan Shaw