Harvard Yard
Men At Work
Construction overtakes Tercentenary Theatre as Harvard begins preparations for Commencement of the class of 2011.
Students Flood the Yard to Celebrate Bin Laden's Death
Students gathered in the Yard to celebrate Osama bin Laden's death. Chants of "U-S-A" filled the air as students draped an American flag over the John Harvard statue.
Students Cheer the Death of Bin Laden
A large crowd quickly gathered in front of the John Harvard Statue in Harvard Yard early this morning after news of Osama bin Laden's death. Students chanted "U-S-A," sang patriotic tunes, recited the Pledge of Allegiance, and ran laps around the Yard with the American flag to celebrate.
Spontaneous Chair Musical Breaks Out in Yard
The chairs are back in the Yard, but they aren't just for relaxing outside. A group of Harvard affiliates sang about and used the colorful chairs ina spontaneous musical performance held in the Yard last week.
Spontaneous Chair Musical
A group of Harvard affiliates sing about the chairs in the Yard during a spontaneous chair musical performance.
On ‘Bucket List,’ Both Joy and Tears
“Kiss a crew boy” and “go streaking” were just a few of the goals expressed in chalk on a school-wide ‘bucket list,’ where students are encouraged to express the one thing they wish they could do before they graduate.
Yardfest 2011 Draws Record Audience
Harvard was called “one of the best motherf—ing party schools” by Yardfest headliner Far East Movement as they performed in front of a record size audience of current and prospective Harvard students last night.
Roving Reporter: White Panda
Equipped with panda ears, guitar and boombox, FM dougied as The White Panda all over campus, going incognito as the musical duo, and finding out what people really think of Yardfest.
Suspects Caught After Harvard Yard Chase
A foot chase by police ended with the apprehension of two suspects in Harvard Yard around noon today.
Police Provide Information About Two Men Arrested After Chase Through Harvard Yard
Cambridge police officers arrested two male suspects in the vicinity of Canaday Hall at approximately noon yesterday after a foot chase through Harvard Yard.
Downward Dog in the Yard
As temperatures rise, students flock outdoors to celebrate spring's arrival. Students looking for more opportunities to spend a stress-relieving hour outside can join Harvard's Center for Wellness outdoor tai chi or yoga class.
Brightly Colored Chairs Return to the Yard
Brightly colored chairs have returned to Harvard Yard. For Harvard students, the return of the chairs represents the end of winter and the beginning of spring. Soon, Harvard Yard will be used to read, study, or just enjoy the nice weather.
High Spirits on Housing Day
We caught up with some of the more spirited early risers on Housing Day to ask them about the experience.
Make Yardfest Happen
If your only experience with Yardfest involves being squished at the back of the crowd while trying to get a glimpse of Kid Cudi or Ratatat, it's time to upgrade your status. By joining the Harvard College Concert Commission, you'll have the chance to help plan and execute Yardfest, giving you the opportunity to have personal encounters with Yardfest artists.
Snowball Fighting Ensues
After the snowstorm hit on Wednesday, Jamie L. De Coteau '11 and Emmett Kistler '11, a Crimson sports editor, organized a snowball fight in Harvard Yard. War ensued.