Profiles
‘Government Geek’ Pursued His Political Ambitions
The diversity of thought and the rigor Davis found in his academic work at Harvard challenged him to consider the viewpoints of others in ways that have influenced his subsequent political career.
Halley on Steps
Janet E. Halley poses in front of the Harvard Law School library; Halley is a professor at the Law School who has pushed back against Harvard’s central Title IX policy.
Law School Library
Janet E. Halley poses inside the Harvard Law School library, a place she defines as a quintessential location in the Law School experience.
Halley's Books
A collection of books—including her own—on topics including law, gender, and sexuality sit on Harvard Law School professor Janet Halley's desk.
Olympic Silver Medalist Balanced School and Training
Wylie took two years off to train but did not lose sight of his dream to attend Harvard, eventually finding his way to the University with the hope of balancing his athletic career with his academic ambitions.
From Fighter Pilot Squadron Leader to Congresswoman
McSally demonstrated her perseverance not only in her efforts to keep her dreams of flying fighter jets alive, but also in athletic successes that made an impression on those who knew her at Harvard.
Right on the Money: A U.S. Treasurer and Public Servant
Ultimately for Cabral, public service was her way of answering a question she posed to herself: “How do I give back for these great gifts that I’ve gotten?”
Hendrik Hertzberg '65: From Crimson Managing Editor to New Yorker Journalist
Hertzberg, who now serves as a senior editor at The New Yorker, said that his time at Harvard—primarily his experiences at The Crimson and the relationships he formed with his classmates—was instrumental in setting the foundation for his career.
HSA-Run Charter Flights Flew High Over Allegations
Criticisms of HSA’s transparency and business practices from members of the student body abounded in the period between the University asking HSA to prepare “a complete report” on its charter flight services and its decision that reaffirmed HSA’s monopoly.
Robert K. Kraft HBS '65: Business Leader and Family Man
Kraft’s love for his family and passion for philanthropy have allowed him to live up to his father’s ethical will through prioritizing the needs of others, be it his sons or students at the Business School.
Terrence F. Malick '65: A Nontraditional Start to Filmmaking
In the end, though, Malick’s relatively late start to film and appearingly unrelated knack for philosophy at the College contributed to his cinematic style and success.
‘Busy Making History’
Marshall L. Ganz '64 was one of many Harvard students who found ways to engage in activism while at school in Cambridge, in a community that many described as increasingly supportive of the civil rights movement.
Hendrik Hertzberg
Former Crimson Managing Editor Hendrik Hertzberg ’65 records a podcast for newyorker.com.
Hendrik Hertzberg in San Francisco
Former Crimson Managing Editor Hendrik Hertzberg ’65 poses in front of the house of Jerry Garcia of the Grateful Dead in San Francisco.
Year in Photos FM : John Stilgoe
Prof. John Stilgoe has taught in Visual and Environmental Studies since 1977.
Street Eats: Velozo's Food Service
Velozo's Food Service has been a Harvard campus staple serving students, faculty, and visitors of Harvard University for over fifty years. Meet Dean Veloza, the main who runs a food truck with his wife that his father began in 1960.
John Bates Clark Medal Recipient
Roland G. Fryer, this year’s John Bates Clark Medal recipient, speaks about his research on education for disadvantaged youths, influential mentors, and his two-year-old daughter on Monday afternoon in his office at Littauer Center.
Chemistry Professor Lights Neural Activities with Proteins
Chemistry professor Adam Cohen creates visualizations of neural activity by using proteins from the Dead Sea to cause cells to flash with light.
10Q with Sven Beckert
FM visited the office of professor of History Sven Beckert to talk about his recent winning of the prestigious Bancroft Prize.