Grad School of Education
HGSE Hosts Event Discussing Surveillance of Muslim Youth
The Harvard Graduate School of Education hosted a panel discussion Thursday on the effects of surveillance programs that target Muslim and minority youths in schools.
Graduate School of Education Passes $250 Million Campaign Goal
The Harvard Graduate School of Education surpassed its $250 million capital campaign fundraising goal in March 2017.
Tencent Co-Founder and Education Prize Winners Visit Ed School
Charles Chen Yidan, a co-founder of Tencent,visited the Harvard Graduate School of Education this week for a conference showcasing the work of the 2017 recipients of his award for education innovators.
Grad Student Housing
Child Hall is one of the four dorms in the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences.
Professors Named to GSE Search Advisory Committee
A group of professors from across the University is leading the search for a successor for James E. Ryan, the Dean of the Graduate School of Education.
Faust Speaks on Education Gap in D.C.
The event featured remarks from U.S. Representative John R. Lewis and took place at the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture.
Wolfram Alpha Founder Discusses Computational Thinking at Ed School
Coding, Wolfram argued, is “the enemy” of computational thinking. “I think with the low-level coding, it is as mechanical as a lot of the kind of math that kids find boring."
Ed School Ramps Up Global Initiatives
“The school has educated thousands of students who have gone on to advance public education all over the world,” said Education school Professor Fernando Reimers.
At Ed School, Researcher Talks New York City School Choice
Dozens of educators, researchers, and students gathered at the Graduate School of Education to discuss research on school choice in New York City public schools.
Education School Dean Talks Keys to Leadership
James E. Ryan, dean of the Graduate School of Education, says good leaders must continually ask themselves two questions: “What truly matters?” and “How can I help?”
Panelists Consider Challenges Facing College Athletics
University presidents and athletics administrators discussed amateurism, coaching and staff diversity, and several scandals that have dogged athletics programs in recent years.
Faculty Question Administrators over Rejection of Michelle Jones
Interim Dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences Emma Dench said there was nothing “unusual” about Harvard’s decision to not admit Michelle Jones.
Ed School Kicks Off Public Lecture Series
Kennedy School Professor Todd T. Rogers presented his study on the effects of automatic parental text alerts on the performance of Boston Public School students.
Education School Dean Ryan to Depart for UVA
James E. Ryan, the Dean of the Graduate School of Education, will depart the school to become the president of the University of Virginia after this academic year.
The 10 Stories That Shaped 2016
There was no shortage of surprises in 2016. Between unprecedented penalties on members of undergraduate social organizations, the stunning rise of Donald Trump to the presidency, and a dining workers strike that lasted more than three weeks, events at Harvard and beyond defied expectations and challenged norms. The Crimson takes a look back at the essential stories of a pivotal year.
Storytelling Event Strengthens Bonds at Ed School
Thursday's hour-long event, called “Double Take: Stories That Make You Think Twice,” provided a venue for performers to speak openly about their personal experiences and struggles.
GSE Professors Argue for Educational Reform During Discussion
Two Graduate School of Education professors argued that systemic educational reform is necessary to close the achievement gap Tuesday.
Jeb Bush Discusses Education Reform, Inequality at GSE
Bush discussed his efforts to expand school choice and improve school accountability as governor of Florida.
Journalist Presents App to Help Children With Autism Communicate
At the Graduate School of Education Thursday Pulitzer-winning journalist Ron Suskind discussed his experience raising his son, who has autism, and the creation of an app to help children with autism communicate.
Thirty-nine Begin New Ph.D. Program at School of Public Health
The School of Public Health began phasing out its Doctor of Science in favor of a new Ph.D., with 39 students matriculating in the program this fall.
Debating Charter Schools
Experts debate Question 2, a ballot proposal that will be voted on in the upcoming election and that could approve funding for 12 new or expanded charter schools, at the Graduate School of Education Tuesday afternoon.
Panelists Spar Over Mass. Charter School Ballot Measure
At the Graduate School of Education Tuesday, experts clashed over ballot measure Question 2, which would "approve up to 12 new charter schools or enrollment expansions in existing charter schools each year."
Prize Recipient Hopes to Combat Violence Through Education
Harvard Graduate School of Education and the Harvard Kennedy School’s Middle East Initiative celebrated Palestinian schoolteacher Hanan Al Hroub as the second recipient of the Global Teacher Prize in a discussion Thursday night.