Harvard History & Traditions


Darker Days

The current disquiets compared to Harvard’s Vietnam-era traumas

by Primus VI

On Commencements

Emerson’s oratory backstory, somber reunion notes, and happier days

by Primus VI

Blanche Calloway, Cab’s Enterprising Older Sister

The success and struggles of a pioneering musician

by Jacob Sweet

Newell and Weld Boat Houses Scheduled for Major Renovation

Comprehensive modernization to begin this year

by John S. Rosenberg

Yesterday’s News

Headlines from Harvard’s history

Earl Brown

Brief life of Harvard’s latest major league baseball player: 1903-1980

Fancy Footwork

Engineering for runners, the John Harvard stamp, tweaking Dr. Oz

by Primus VI

Harvard and the Cult of Robert E. Lee

How alumni shaped the General’s post-war reputation.

by Laura Fairchild...

Small-Town Roots

Professors’ humble beginnings, concentration choices, and a mini history of Harvard and Radcliffe presidents

by Primus VI

Culinary Postcards

Food has always been a contentious topic among undergraduates.

by Swathi Kella