University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
Harvard Faculty Debate Plan to Cap A Grades
At a lively meeting, faculty members weighed a grade inflation plan that most agreed is imperfect.
Appeals Court considers Harvard admissions lawsuit
The First Circuit Court of Appeals will rule on a much-watched lawsuit that could determine the future of affirmative action.
Harvard Endowment 2020 update
The endowment increases to $41.9 billion, and Harvard Management Company reports a 7.3 percent return on investments.
Racial justice efforts, “Lowell?” House, and more
Racial justice efforts, “Lowell?” House, and more
Consequential changes made to Harvard’s Board of Overseers
A consequential change in the composition of and elections for the Board of Overseers
Jennifer A. Doudna, Ph.D. ’89, Shares Chemistry Nobel Prize
Recognized for developing genome-editing technique
The Voter-Fraud Disinformation Campaign
A White House-led effort to recast public discourse
Five Harvardians Win MacArthur Grants
Harvard faculty, alumni are among this year’s 21 winners
Harvard Endowment $41.9 Billion on 7.3 Percent Investment Return
Harvard Management Company reports a 7.3 percent return on endowment investments.
Harvard Helps Local Small Businesses
Using local accommodations and assisting commercial tenants
“Our Vote Counts”
A cross-cultural effort fosters civic engagement in activists’ own communities.