Laurel M. Shugart

Older woman in a white outfit with a cane and red sash, alongside an elderly man in a gray suit holding a sign.

Commencement |

Harvard Honors Its Oldest Alumni

At 97 and 101, Linda Cabot Black ’51 and William “Bill” Dubey ’46 led the way on Alumni Day.

A speaker in academic regalia stands before an audience during a ceremony outdoors.

University News |

Harvard College Dean Deming Launches Podcast

In interviews, he traces his guests’ circuitous routes to success.

Graduating class posing together in a Harvard ceremony, wearing caps and gowns.

Commencement |

Affinity Celebrations Continue Outside of Harvard’s Gates

At unofficial ceremonies for minority groups and veterans, speakers comment on politics. 

Harvard President Alan Garber in academic robes speaks at a podium outdoors, with a blurred audience behind him.

Commencement |

‘Effort Still Matters’ in AI Age, Garber Tells Harvard Graduates

In his Baccalaureate address, the University president urged a mindful—yet open—approach to the technology.