University News
Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.
FAS Overhaul Brings Deep Cuts to Social Sciences, Phillips Brooks House
After a final round of layoffs, University leaders say 165 staff jobs were eliminated across the division.
New Regulations for International Students, Cambridge Liquor Laws, and Other Harvard Headlines
A roundup of University news from the summer of 2026
Harvard’s Faculty of Arts and Sciences Begins an Overhaul
Long-discussed reorganization includes layoffs and the end of the Dudley Community.
Your Views on Rabbits in Love, Dark Skies, and Education
A sampling of reader reactions
Harvard College Shutters Dudley Community, Lays Off Writing Center Director
FAS leaders say restructuring will be complete by mid-October.
Nieman Foundation Taps Henry Chu as Curator
The award-winning international journalist has served as interim curator since 2025.
FAS Restructuring Layoffs Begin
College staff whose jobs will be changed or eliminated were notified this week.
Hillel International Withdraws a Brief Supporting Harvard
The organization said its amicus brief had not been reviewed internally.
Dingman Named Harvard’s Interim Dean of Freshmen
The longtime administrator, who retired from the post in 2018, returns as the College reorganizes.
Harvard, Supporters File Briefs in Federal Funding Case
The government also opens an investigation into financial aid awards to Chinese students.
College Leaders Outline Overhaul Plan
A new proposed structure, layoffs, and a five-day-a-week in-person work mandate will take effect by fall.