John S. Rosenberg

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Harvard reports on “net-zero” investment process

Harvard Management Company issues its first “Climate Report,” and an update on divestment advocacy, and other institutions’ progress

A photograph of the entrance to Loeb House, where Harvard’s governing boards meet.

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Harvard Overseer Balloting Begins

The annual election of Overseers and alumni association directors is under way.

Harvard shield superimposed on image of Widener Library, a symbol of returning to operations

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Harvard Return to Campus August 2

The University announces a date for faculty and staff members to return, in anticipation of fall residential operations.

Photograph of Harvard President Lawrence S. Bacow

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A Vision for Post-Pandemic Harvard

Taking stock of a pandemic year, President Bacow sketches how Harvard might change—and where it will not. 

Screen shot of students from 2020 Harvard virtual degree-granting ceremony

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Harvard Commencement Virtual Again Ruth Simmons Speaker

The 370th degree-conferral will be online for the second consecutive year—with Ruth Simmons as guest speaker.

Photograph of Kate Murtagh, chief compliance officer and managing director of sustainable investing at Harvard Management Company

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Harvard Endowment Fossil-Fuel Holdings Net-Zero Progress

Harvard Management Company issues its first report on the “net-zero” greenhouse-gas emissions goal.

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SFFA Supreme Court Appeal of Harvard Admissions Lawsuit

As expected, the anti-affirmative-action advocate appeals after losing in lower court rounds.

Photograph of Nancy Coleman, dean of continuing education

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Online education at Harvard—a status report

Pandemic-driven virtual learning booms—and perhaps promises improved residential education, too.

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Higher-profile Board of Overseers Election

Prospective candidates and their diverse views of Harvard’s future and the Board’s role

Harvard President Lawrence S. Bacow

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Harvard President Bacow on Universities in Polarized Era

President Bacow speaks out on U.S. political conditions—and universities’ rightful role.

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Harvard Forward Candidates on Overseer Ballot

For the second consecutive year, petitioners have qualified to be candidates in the Board of Overseers election.

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School Year 2020-21 |

How Many Undergraduates Are At Harvard Now?

Far fewer students in residence than the number invited back to campus for spring