University News

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

Thomas Andrew “Tom” Lehrer

The mathematician and satirist kept Harvard in his thoughts—and lyrics

by Jonathan Shaw

Harvard Postpones Commencement

Harvard Commencement will be postponed, but degrees will be awarded virtually.

by John S. Rosenberg

HBS Dean Nohria Stays on During Coronavirus Crisis

Nitin Nohria, scheduled to step down June 30, will remain dean through 2020.

by John S. Rosenberg

Karen Dynan on the Coronavirus Recession

The severe economic fallout, in context

by Marina N. Bolotnikova

Lizabeth Cohen Bancroft Prize

The urban historian is honored—for the second time.

by John S. Rosenberg

On the Front Lines of the Coronavirus Emergency

A conversation with emergency doctor Stuart Harris

by Lydialyle Gibson

Harvard Magazine Readers Letter

How we plan to serve you during the coronavirus disruptions

by John S. Rosenberg , Irina Kuksin

As Coronavirus Spreads, Harvard Cancels Athletics

After Harvard informed college students that they must move out, Harvard Athletics began to make its own cancellations—a reasonable decision, but a brutal blow to athletes, coaches, and staff.

by Jacob Sweet

Harvard Closes Classes Coronavirus

Students transition to online learning—perhaps for the rest of the semester—and are asked not to return after spring break.

by John S. Rosenberg

Remembering Henry Cobb, Architect of CGIS

The celebrated architect and Design School professor died earlier this week. 

African and African-American Studies Celebrates 50 years

Speakers discuss history, progress, hope, and home. 

by Lydialyle Gibson