Public Service
A School for Government?
The Kennedy School aims to actively advance the "public interest." But after graduation, many alums turn to the private sector.
Costumed Children Scramble for Candy at PBHA Event
Elementary school students poured through the tunnels of Adams House laughing and shrieking at every turn—handling buckets of candy and enjoying a haunted house organized by the Phillips Brooks House Association and Adams House Committee.
In Service of Art
Incorporating art into community outreach poses challenges, but the experiences arts-based service organizations provide also offer unique fulfillment. As the roles of service and art in society remain under debate, initiatives at Harvard that meld the two areas continue to evolve, broadening arts access in surrounding communities and shaping campus artistic life.
As Strike Continues, Dining Halls Donate Less to Youth Homeless Shelter
Student volunteers at the Y2Y overnight homeless shelter in Harvard Square were concerned earlier this week by a reduction in food donations from Harvard’s dining halls because of the ongoing strike.
At Y2Y’s Zumbathon, Dancing Students Raise Money for Youth Homeless Shelter
Braving dreary weather, dozens of students gathered Saturday in the Science Center Plaza to dance and raise money at Zumbathon, a charity event for the student-run youth homeless shelter Y2Y.
(in)Formal Party Promotes Inclusive Social Space on Campus
Amidst ongoing dialogue on campus about social exclusivity, the Phillips Brooks House Association, the College’s student-run umbrella public service organization, hosted an “(in)Formal” party at the Student Organization Center at Hilles on Friday evening in an effort to provide an inclusive social space for students.
Harvard Releases Inaugural Alumni Impact Study
The survey was sent to the 244,835 living alumni who continue to receive emails from the University and had a response rate of approximately 15 percent and a completion rate of 10 percent.
OCS Career Fair: Nonprofits
Natasha F. Dalomba ’14 speaks to current Harvard students about her experience in the nonprofit sector. She was representing College Advising Corps, through which she helps current high school students from disadvantaged backgrounds acquire a college education.
Public Service Recruiting Day Attracts Dozens
The event saw an increase in scope from its inaugural year, with more student applicants and 10 additional participating groups.
Youth Homeless Shelter Enters Final Phase of Capital Campaign
Leaders of Y2Y look to raise the last $50,000 of a $1.25 million fundraising goal through a crowdsourcing campaign to open a student-run shelter for homeless youth.
$15 Million Gift Will Fund Public Service Initiatives
Mindich’s $15 million donation also boosts Harvard’s capital campaign, which is on track to become the most ambitious fundraising drive in higher education history.
Class of 2019 Service Day
Cambridge City Councilor E. Denise Simmons speaks about the importance of public service to members of the freshmen class on Saturday morning in the Science Center plaza.
Barriers to Entry: Public Service at and After Harvard
College students interested in pursuing public service contend with a tough job market and a culture of busy classmates.
UC Leaders Propose Sponsorship for Public Service Internships to Khurana
The UC president and vice president said they are concerned that students of lower-income backgrounds are discouraged from seeking summer internships in the public sector, which are often unpaid.
At Conference, Warren Calls For 'Fighting Chance' For Americans
Warren spoke at the fourth annual Public Interested Conference, an event that aims to help students explore postgraduate opportunities in the public sector.
99 Interviewed on Inaugural Public Service Recruiting Day
Ninety-nine seniors, selected from a pool of 150 applicants, had one-on-one interviews on Friday with 20 public service organizations.
Civil Rights Activist Honored for Service
Moses was honored for his extensive work as the leader of the Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee during the height of the American civil rights movement.
New Initiative May Be 'Game-Changer' for Public Service Recruiting
The new initiative is the result of a collaboration between the Center for Public Interest Careers, the Institute of Politics, and the Office of Career Services.
FAS Committee Convenes Peers To Weigh Service Programs
Panelists from a number of Harvard’s peer institutions detailed their schools’ efforts to integrate public service and academics at a symposium sponsored by the FAS Standing Committee on Public Service Friday.
Harvard Affiliates Discuss Integration of Service, Courses
Public service ought to be further integrated into the academic offerings at Harvard, Harvard affiliates said Friday at a symposium hosted by the FAS Standing Committee on Public Service.
Dean Khurana in the Faculty Club
Dean Rakesh Khurana addresses students at the Faculty Club on Friday afternoon. The speech was part of a larger reception held for individuals working in public service over the summer.
Junior Takes Home Truman Scholarship
Tianhao He ’15 was awarded a Truman Scholarship last week in recognition of his commitment to public service.
$10 Million Gift from Media Magnate Will Endow HLS Public Service Fellowship
Sumner M. Redstone's gift to Harvard Law School will support graduating students who wish to pursue careers in public service.