Central Administration
Harvard Launches a Presidential Search
Ever since University President Drew G. Faust announced she plans to step down, a presidential search committee has been on the hunt for her successor, meeting behind closed doors and most recently winnowing to under 20 candidates.
Ten Stories That Shaped 2017
2017 saw tectonic changes—ranging from Harvard's decision to keep the College's controversial social life policy to its launch of a presidential search destined to chart the course for decades to come. The Crimson reviews ten stories that defined a tempestuous year.
Faust Joins University Presidents’ Alliance Defending Undocumented Students
University President Drew G. Faust joined over two dozen university presidents to form a coalition to support undocumented and international students on U.S. campuses.
University Marshal O'Neill to Retire
As the tenth University marshal, O’Neill led the Wadsworth House office responsible for welcoming foreign dignitaries, organizing Harvard-wide events, and providing information on the University’s traditions and ceremonies.
Graduate Student Union Rally
Graduate students involved in the unionization effort held a rally in 2017.
Harvard Signs Letter Urging Legislative Support for 'Dreamers'
The letter claimed that universities were “ready to work with Congress in a bipartisan manner” to protect undocumented students.
In Presidential Search, Calls for Diversity
Over the course of four centuries, Harvard has seen presidents of many stripes. But to date, all have been white. And, until current University President Drew G. Faust, male.
Former U.S. Housing Sec. Appointed Senior Allston Advisor
Former U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Shaun Donovan ’87 has been appointed as an adviser to University President Drew G. Faust for the Allston campus.
University Hall
University Hall houses the offices of most of Harvard's central administration, as well as the room where the Faculty of Arts and Sciences typically hold their monthly meeting.
Harvard May Quietly Turn to Outside Firms in Presidential Search
As it solicits advice from students, professors, and alumni about who should be Harvard’s next president, the search committee may also turn to executive search firms.
Faust and Lee
University President Drew G. Faust and Corporation member William F. Lee '72 share a laugh during a Harvard Alumni Association Meeting in the Tercentenary Theatre.
The Harvard Lobby
Three trips to D.C., 11 lawmakers, two amicus briefs. Under Trump, Harvard's lobbying efforts are heating up.
The University's 'Bedrock'
The College's controversial social group policy has awoken a historically formidable contingent: the Faculty.
The New Corporation Man
Billionaire financier and philanthropist David Rubenstein is emblematic of the changing Harvard Corporation.
Abell, Palandjian to Lead Board of Overseers
Scott A. Abell ’72 will serve as president of Harvard’s Board of Overseers for the 2017-18 academic year.
Chief Diversity Officer to Leave Harvard for NYU
No replacement has so far been named, according to University spokesperson Tania DeLuzuriaga, and Coleman said she is unsure if the position will remain in its current iteration.
University President Drew G. Faust
University President Drew G. Faust answered questions from David Rubenstein, a billionaire philanthropist and the newest member of the Harvard Corporation, at event hosted by The Economic Club in a Washington, D.C. Marriott.
In D.C., Faust Calls for Government Backing of Universities
Faust said the renown of American universities is “contingent” on continued federal support during a panel discussion with university presidents in the nation’s capital.
Faust Working ‘Very Closely’ with Scalise on Athletics Review
University President Drew G. Faust is working “very closely” with Athletics Director Robert L. Scalise on a survey of the department’s culture.
Faust Says ‘Fair Harvard’ Change is Warranted Reexamination
University President Drew G. Faust said Friday she views the change as important to the University’s reexamination of its history.