University News


A New Chapter for Harvard Arts

The Office for the Arts turns 50, and its longtime director steps down.

by Lydialyle Gibson

Business School Dean Transition Extended 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 Awarded 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

A Letter to Our Readers

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

Coronavirus Closes Classes

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

Melinda Gates to Receive Radcliffe Medal

The philanthropist will highlight Radcliffe Day during Harvard’s Commencement week.

by John S. Rosenberg