University Finances
Climate-Solutions Investments Exceed 1 Percent of Endowment Assets
Harvard Management Company’s fourth annual climate report
by Jonathan Shaw
Harvard Reports a $298-Million Surplus and Details Endowment Changes
The University discloses a sixth consecutive budget surplus—and details enormous changes in the endowment.
by John S. Rosenberg
A Middling Year
The endowment rises to $40.9 billion in a year of more modest investment returns.
by John S. Rosenberg
FAS Dean’s Academic Priorities—and Financial Constraints
Claudine Gay’s annual report to the faculty outlines broad goals—and challenging circumstances.
Harvard Endowment Increases 4.3 Percent to $40.9 Billion
In a year of tepid returns for universities, Harvard Management Company reports 6.5 percent gain on investments.
by John S. Rosenberg
A Year of “Good Progress”
Senior fellow William F. Lee on the University’s priorities during President Lawrence S. Bacow’s first year
by John S. Rosenberg
What They Earned
The University discloses top employees’ pay in its annual tax filing.
by Marina N. Bolotnikova
University People
Transitions, appointments, and honors
Accelerating Innovation
Robust licensing revenue and corporate alliances boost translational research.
by Jonathan Shaw
Can MOOCs Predict the Future of Online Education?
Harvard and MIT experiences suggest a more constrained vision for massive free courses.
by Jonathan Shaw
Accelerating Medical Research
A $200-million gift from the Blavatnik Family Foundation paves the way.
by John S. Rosenberg