Student Life
Proposed Harvard Chabad Expansion Faces Opposition From Cambridge Zoning Board, Neighbors
A proposal to dramatically expand Harvard Chabad’s Banks Street headquarters failed to win approval from the Cambridge Board of Zoning Appeals during a contentious Thursday public hearing.
The Harvard Crimson Raises More Than $15 Million in Historic Capital Campaign
The Harvard Crimson raised more than $15 million through a capital campaign commemorating the campus newspaper’s 150th anniversary, Crimson President J. Sellers Hill ’25 announced in an email to alumni on Monday.
Protesters March To Harvard President Garber’s Home, Demand Start of Negotiations
More than 400 Harvard students and Cambridge residents marched to the private residence of interim Harvard President Alan M. Garber ’76 during a pro-Palestine rally Monday evening, after Garber refused to negotiate with protesters amid their ongoing encampment in Harvard Yard.
Harvard President Garber Breaks Silence on Encampment, Threatens ‘Involuntary Leave’ for Protesters
Interim Harvard President Alan M. Garber ’76 broke his silence on the pro-Palestine encampment Monday morning in a University-wide email threatening “involuntary leave” for protesters who continued to occupy Harvard Yard.
Harvard Students Streak Around Encampment in Cheeky Primal Scream Display
The students staging a pro-Palestine encampment in Harvard Yard did not quite get the disclosure they wanted as more than 100 Harvard undergraduates bared it all Thursday at midnight for this semester’s iteration of Primal Scream.
Freshmen Say Noise From Harvard Yard Encampment Not Disruptive, Despite DSO Email
Despite administrators saying that noise from the pro-Palestine encampment has “disrupted” freshmen living spaces, many students who live in adjacent dorm buildings said the weeklong protest has not been a disturbance.
GSAS Student Council Continues Board Nominations, Discusses Transportation Issues
The Harvard GSAS Student Council continued nominations for unfilled board positions, reviewed motions for constitutional amendments, and discussed transportation accessibility at its final meeting of the academic year.
‘Not Going Down Without a Fight’: Harvard Students Decry Queen’s Head Closure
More than 1,600 people signed a petition objecting to the permanent closure of the Harvard-run Cambridge Queen’s Head Pub, as staff members said they were “heartbroken” by the sudden Tuesday announcement.
Harvard Hall Final Exam Locations Changed as Harvard Yard Encampment Enters Second Week
Final examinations originally scheduled to take place in Harvard Hall were relocated to other buildings amid the ongoing pro-Palestine encampment..
‘I Knew What I Signed Up For’: Elite Harvard Athletes Navigate a Delicate Balancing Act
Several athletes at Harvard compete in their sport on a national or international stage. While many of these athletes said they feel satisfied with Harvard’s support of their sporting endeavors, they also pointed out the challenges of this balancing act.
Cambridge Queen’s Head Pub Permanently Closed by Harvard College
The Cambridge Queen’s Head Pub, a Harvard-run undergraduate pub, will permanently close at the end of the 2023-24 academic year, the College announced Tuesday.
‘Tied to the People’: As Renovations Loom, Harvard Affiliates Say House Culture Will Persevere
Despite initial fears, alumni and affiliates who experienced living through past renovation projects expressed optimism surrounding House culture — saying that they were able to preserve their Houses’ long-standing traditions, culture, and spirit.
Protesters Prepare for Final Exams Amid Encampment, Threat of Disciplinary Action
As undergraduates occupy Harvard Yard in the most significant pro-Palestine demonstration on campus to date, they are also balancing their role as students during a critical time in the semester: finals period.
Jewish Leaders at Harvard Diverge Widely in Responses to Ongoing Pro-Palestine Encampment
As the pro-Palestine encampment enters its sixth day, the leadership of the University’s two Jewish centers varied widely in their responses to the ongoing occupation.
More Than 30 Students to Appear Before Harvard College Ad Board for Pro-Palestine Yard Encampment
More than 30 undergraduates were asked Monday morning to appear before the Harvard College Administrative Board, which will decide whether students will face disciplinary action for their participation in the pro-Palestine Yard encampment.
HUA Problem Solving Team Sets July Deadline for Issuing Recommendations in First Meeting
The Harvard Undergraduate Association’s constitutional dispute blocking a College-wide referendum on divestment from Israel will not be resolved until at least July, further complicating the effort to hold an undergraduate vote on divestment.
Dean of Students Dunne Again Threatens ‘Increased Sanctions’ for Students at Yard Encampment
Dean of Students Thomas Dunne said in a Saturday email to undergraduates that the pro-Palestine encampment in Harvard Yard has disturbed freshmen students trying to study for final exams and issued another warning that protesters will face disciplinary action.
LIVE UPDATES: Day 3 of Harvard Yard Encampment
The encampment in Harvard Yard mounted by pro-Palestine student organizers entered its second day on Friday. Students are facing heightened risks of disciplinary action.
HUA Problem Solving Team Has Yet to Convene After 2 Weeks
Two weeks after the Harvard Undergraduate Association began the process of forming a problem solving team and indefinitely postponed all student referenda — including the College-wide referendum on divestment from Israel — the team still has not set a time for its first meeting.
Pro-Palestine Harvard Students Occupy Harvard Yard on First Day of Encampment
Pro-Palestine protesters established an encampment in Harvard Yard on Wednesday to protest the College’s suspension of the Palestine Solidarity Committee.
Cooke and Hirabayashi Failed To Meet Campaign Promises. To Students, It Reflects Broader Issues.
Former Harvard Undergraduate Association Co-Presidents John S. Cooke ’25 and Shikoh M. Hirabayashi ’24 ended their 14-month term last week. But many undergraduate students and some former HUA members said Cooke and Hirabayashi accomplished quite little.
Harvard College Dean Khurana Defends PSC Suspension, Rejects Accusations of Bias
Harvard College Dean Rakesh Khurana defended the decision to suspend the Palestine Solidarity Committee and rejected accusations that the action unfairly targeted pro-Palestine student activists in an interview on Tuesday.
Judge Rules Against Theo Harper ’25 in Harvard IRC Lawsuit Following Removal Over ‘Stress Test’
The Cambridge District Court ruled against Theo J. Harper ’25 in a small claims lawsuit against the Harvard International Relations Council on April 10.
Harvard Suspends Palestine Solidarity Committee Amid Wave of Protests on College Campuses
Harvard College suspended the Harvard Undergraduate Palestine Solidarity Committee and ordered the group to “cease all organizational activities for the remainder of the Spring 2024 term” or risk permanent expulsion.
Harvard Graduate Council Hosts First-Ever Awards Dinner, Honors ‘Person of the Year’
The Harvard Graduate Council recognized several council members and awarded Bobby Constantino their “Person of the Year” award at their first-ever awards dinner Monday evening.