Sexual Assault
Student Sues Harvard for Investigating Alleged Sexual Assault That Took Place Off-Campus
The unnamed male student, dubbed “John Doe” is demanding Harvard cease to investigate him and pay him $75,000 in damages, as well as compensate him for any costs incurred during litigation.
Student Groups Spring into Action Against 'Harmful' Proposed Changes to Title IX
Some students groups are drafting open letters and comments to respond to the Department of Education's proposed new Title IX regulations.
Harvard Rolls Out Mandatory Sexual Assault Prevention Training for Faculty, Staff
An estimated 18,000 faculty and staff across the University will take a sexual assault prevention training module starting Monday. The new program comes on the heels of a year that saw the #MeToo movement hit Harvard in a big way.
Student Alleges in Suit That Harvard Discriminated Against Him in Title IX Case
An unnamed male student filed a civil suit against Harvard earlier this month alleging the University discriminated against him on the basis of race and gender in its handling of a Title IX complaint that accused him of sexual misconduct.
Title IX Policy Review Committee Produces Report for Bacow
Former University President Drew G. Faust created the committee in 2015 when Harvard continued to face criticisms of its policy and procedures on sexual misconduct after it overhauled them in 2014.
Harvard's Design School Takes Steps to Promote Diversity, Address Sexual Misconduct
The Graduate School of Design will hire a new administrator focused on diversity and inclusion as it seeks to implement a changes to improve the school's culture.
Harvard Still Facing Three Federal Probes Into Its Compliance With Title IX
Harvard continues to face three separate federal Title IX investigations more than four years after the first complaint was filed.
Harvard Students Vow Continued Activism After Kavanaugh's Confirmation to Supreme Court
A number of students expressed frustration and disappointment at Kavanaugh’s confirmation, while several stated the news was a “shock but not a surprise.”
Four Years Later, Harvard Will Offer Second Sexual Assault Climate Survey
The Association of American Universities — which administers the survey — announced Thursday that Harvard would be one of 33 schools participating in spring 2019.
Harvard Graduate Council Calls for University Investigation Into Kavanaugh
The Harvard Graduate Council published an open letter Wednesday asserting it supports the federal investigation into Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh and urging the University to undertake its own probe into the nominee.
‘We Deserve Better’: Harvard Students Take In Kavanaugh-Ford Hearing, Protest the Law School and the Nominee
Students sitting in Harvard Law classrooms “applauded” and “burst out in cheers” when Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh lamented the fact that he might never return to teach at the school during an extraordinary Senate hearing Thursday.
Some Harvard Law Professors Call for Investigation into Kavanaugh Allegations
Several Harvard Law School professors said the sexual assault allegations levelled against Supreme Court nominee Brett M. Kavanaugh are concerning and warrant investigation.
Walk Out for Christine Ford and Deborah Ramirez
Harvard Law School students organized a walkout protesting the nomination of Brett M. Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court as he faces allegations of sexual assault.
Hundreds of Harvard Law Students Walk Out of Class to Support Kavanaugh Accusers
Many law school students pinned small pink buttons declaring “I Believe Christine Blasey Ford” to their chests.
Buttons for Ford
At a walkout Monday, HLS students wore buttons in support of Christine Blasey Ford, a professor alleging Supreme Court nominee Brett M. Kavanaugh sexually assaulted her when they were both teenagers.
High Turnout for HLS Walkout
A large crowd gathers around speakers at the walkout for Christine Ford and Deborah Ramirez.
Ed School Symposium Aims to Combat Sexual Violence in Schools
Katz focused on the positive impact of prevention and education programs for not only young women, but also young men.
Dominguez Retains Emeritus Privileges Pending Results of Sexual Misconduct Investigation
Pending the results of an investigation into his alleged sexual harassment of at least 20 women, Dominguez will continue to receive the perks that come with emeritus status, including access to University spaces and research support.
Facing Penalties, 100 Percent of College Students Completed Sexual Harassment Training
Harvard College mandated for the first time this year that undergraduates complete an online sexual harassment training, or else face consequences.
Middle East Nightclub Co-Owner Steps Down Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations
A co-owner of Central Square's Middle East Restaurant and Nightclub has resigned following a series of sexual misconduct allegations that the venue's owners say are false.
During Commencement, Students Launch Campaign Against Sexual Misconduct
Organizers timed the campaign to coincide with Commencement, a time of year they say brings together people across Harvard and provides a platform for demanding change.
Forty Years in the Making: Dominguez and Sexual Misconduct At Harvard
As a single case, Dominguez forms a powerful example of how Harvard has grappled with issues of sexual harassment throughout its history, both today and in decades prior.
Grad Union Establishes Sexual Harassment Committee
Members of the union’s organizing committee voted to form the group to advocate for individuals who have experienced sexual harassment in the workplace.