College News
UC Votes to Endorse HUDS Workers’ Efforts to Strike
The Undergraduate Council voted 45-3 Sunday to endorse Harvard University Dining Services workers’ in their intent to strike should they not reach an agreement with the University over contract negotiations.
14 Senior Class Marshals Named
Fourteen members of the Class of 2017 were appointed as Senior Class Marshals following last week’s elections, concluding a nearly-three week selection process.
Students Advocate for HUDS in Harvard Yard, Law School
Chanting "No justice, no food," nearly 400 Harvard affiliates circled Harvard Yard before converging to Harvard Law School for a "speakout" event, with numerous campus groups planning events in support of a potential strike.
Blackout Disrupts Midterm Studying, Strands Some in Elevators
A blackout darkened most of Harvard’s River Houses and freshman dorms for about an hour Thursday night and into Friday morning.
Adams House Opens New Party Space
Deep underneath the intersection of Bow and Plympton streets, students now have a new social space thanks to the recent opening of the "Adams House K Space."
Student Union Effort Gauges Undergraduate Interest
Harvard’s graduate student unionization effort is for the first time reaching out to undergraduate teaching and research assistants to gauge their interest in joining a potential student union.
Condemning Yale Group, Members of HRDC Discourage ‘Colorblind’ Casting
HRDC, which sponsors and organizes most theatrical events on campus, condemned the Yale Dramatic Association’s initial decision to caste a white woman in the role of a black man.
New Dean of Students Hopes to Connect, ‘Get Out of the Way’
At a time when the College is escalating its involvement in student life, new Dean of Students Katherine G. O’Dair said social programming should largely be the domain of undergraduates—with administrative support.
Dining Halls Welcome Annual Flu Shot Clinics
As flu season nears, Harvard University Health Services along with HealthPals has begun offering flu shot clinics in the College's dining halls.
Faust Extols HUDS Employee Benefits
With a potential strike looming, University President Drew G. Faust said in an interview Tuesday that she is “very proud” of the health benefits package that hundreds of Harvard’s dining services workers have protested.
Students Welcome New Cambridge Bike Safety Resolutions
According to a trio of resolutions passed by the City Council last week, the Cambridge City Manager’s office will work with local universities to disseminate information about bike laws and safety to all new residents.
Students Pack IOP, Houses to Watch Presidential Debate
The Institute of Politics’ John F. Kennedy Jr. Forum was filled to capacity with students eager to watch Hillary R. Clinton and Donald J. Trump duke it out during Monday’s presidential debate.
Harvard Files Motion to Dismiss Admissions Lawsuit
Harvard motioned Friday to dismiss an ongoing lawsuit alleging race-based discrimination in its admissions processes, arguing that the plaintiffs in the case—anti-affirmative action group Students for Fair Admissions—lack grounds to litigate on behalf of its members.
33 Seniors Jockey for Class Marshal, Decline From Past Years
Thirty-three candidates jockeyed for positions on the Senior Class committee on Monday, employing campaign strategies that ranged from Facebook events and semi-personal emails to canvassing in dining halls.
Harvard Moves Forward in CS50 Trademark Application
The letters “TM” could eventually adorn the T-shirts and posters seen around campus for Harvard’s flagship undergraduate computer science course.
Harvard Team Places First at Brian Honan 5K
Hundreds of Harvard students and faculty members ran together Sunday afternoon—not to class or the library—but as participants in the 13th annual Brian Honan 5K Run/Walk.
First Meeting of UC Stirs Debate Over TEDx Funding
The 35th Undergraduate Council got off to a contentious start, as its routine weekly grants pack stirred an intense debate.
New BGLTQ and Diversity Offices On Track to Completion by Next Year
By next year, Harvard will likely complete the renovation of Grays Hall basement into a dedicated space for the Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity and the BGLTQ Office.
Queen’s Head Pub Hosts Parties for Each Class Year
The Cambridge Queen’s Head, a student-operated pub, is hosting parties for students from each each class year in an effort to create more College-sanctioned social events for undergraduates.
Center for European Studies Offers Secondary Field
This fall, the Center for European Studies unveiled a secondary field in European History, Politics, and Societies.
College Submits Sexual Assault Prevention Plan
Nearly six months after a University task force submitted a number of recommendations to combat sexual assault on campus, the College has submitted a plan to address the proposals, revamped training, and introduced a new policy that will penalize single gender organizations—but many action items are still pending.
Lewis Sharpens Critique of Single-Gender Policy
Former Dean of the College Harry R. Lewis ’68 is becoming increasingly vocal in his opposition to the College’s new policy that will penalize student involvement in single-gender social organizations.
In Porcellian Punch, A Loose Interpretation of ‘Open’
A sophomore hopeful of joining the Porcellian might have expected some big changes to the club’s punch process this year. But invitations did not indicate the process this year was open.
Students Criticize New Ec 10 Textbooks; Mankiw Defends
Students in the College’s introductory economics class are criticizing the new textbook. But the course’s professor and the textbook’s author said the new system is worth the pricetag.
Four Graduate Schools Join my.harvard Student Portal
Four graduate schools joined the Faculty of Arts and Sciences and the Harvard Divinity School on my.harvard, the University’s online student information system, this fall.