Commencement

2020

Conferring Degrees, 2020

Harvard’s 369th Commencement goes virtual.

Returning to Celebrate, and Eat

Where to (eventually, again) feast with friends and family in Greater Boston 

by Jacob Sweet

Harvard Postpones Commencement

Harvard Commencement will be postponed, but degrees will be awarded virtually.

by John S. Rosenberg

Melinda Gates to Receive Radcliffe Medal

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

by John S. Rosenberg

Marty Baron Named Harvard Commencement Speaker

During an era of shrinking newspapers and political attacks on journalism, The Washington Post’s editor will be honored.

by John S. Rosenberg

2019

Harvard Explores Slavery Connections Further

The president announces a $5-million initiative.

by John S. Rosenberg

"I Can't See My Family"

DACA recipient Daishi Miguel Tanaka '19 graduated last month without his parents in attendance.

by Nina Pasquini

Women of the Year

At the 368th Commencement, sober talk about the times—and life lessons from a cohort of powerful women

by John S. Rosenberg