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Social Science Chairs Meet with Presidential Search Committee Representatives
Chairs from the Faculty of Arts and Sciences discussed their preferences for a presidential candidate, but agreed not to bring up names of specific candidates for the job.
After 8 Months, Iranian Scientist Barred By Trump Reaches Harvard
“Bans and restrictions make humans stronger,” Saravi said. “Now I am really stronger than before because I have passed many limitations, many restrictions.”
With Pens and Posters, Students Prepare to Protest DeVos
More than 1,000 people have indicated that they are "interested" in attending a protest against Education Secretary Betsy DeVos, who will speak at Harvard Thursday.
Harvard Amicus Brief Moot After New Travel Ban
Harvard filed an amicus brief last week opposing President Donald Trump’s immigration order, a legal move quickly made moot after Trump issued a new executive order.
Graduate Council Holds Elections, Discusses DACA Response
The Harvard Graduate Council elected seven students to its executive board Monday evening and discussed ways to respond to Trump's decision to end DACA.
Harvard ‘Reviewing’ New Title IX Guidance on Standard of Proof
Harvard is “reviewing” new guidelines cancelling a requirement that colleges use the lowest standard of proof when judging whether an accused student is guilty of sexual assault.
Act on a Dream Ramps Up During Trump Presidency
Act on a Dream—a student group that advocates for immigration rights—has lately grown in size and scope amid an outpouring of support.
Alumni Call on IOP to Drop Lewandowski and Spicer
More than 600 Harvard alumni have signed an open letter calling on the IOP to retract its fellowships for Corey Lewandowski and Sean Spicer.
Public Health School Student Sues Trump Over DACA
The lawsuit charges that the Trump administration violated the due process rights of young people protected from deportation under DACA.
Former White House Chiefs of Staff Discuss Trump at IOP
Three former White House chiefs of staff discussed disorganization in the Trump White House at an Institute of Politics event on Tuesday night.
Professors Arrested at DACA Protest
More than 20 professors from Harvard and other Boston-area universities were arrested Thursday for blocking traffic along Massachusetts Ave.
DeVos Title IX Review Sparks Concern From Activists
Some of Harvard's anti-sexual assault activists are concerned that the review will work to "silence survivors of sexual violence."
Hundreds Protest End of DACA
Hours after the Trump administration announced it would rescind protections for undocumented young people, including dozens of Harvard students, hundreds rallied in front of Memorial Church to push back.
Faust Denounces 'Cruel' DACA Decision
University President Drew G. Faust swiftly condemned the Trump administration’s decision Tuesday to end an Obama-era program that protects undocumented youth.
Justice Department May Join Admissions Lawsuit Against Harvard, Experts Say
The Justice Department’s decision to reopen an investigation into Harvard’s admissions process may result in the government joining an existing lawsuit on the issue.
Faust Met with Pence on D.C. Trip
University President Drew G. Faust met with Vice President Mike Pence last week on her fourth lobbying trip to the nation’s capital in 2017.
‘Morning Joe’ Hosts Speak at IOP Event
Speaking Wednesday evening in Washington, D.C., at an event organized by the Institute of Politics, Brzezinski and Scarborough told Harvard students about their collective experiences working in news media and politics.
Undocumented Students Relieved by DACA Extension, But Far from Satisfied
Trump’s decision last week to extend Obama-era protections for undocumented students was greeted with relief from some Harvard students even as they reaffirmed a need for immigration reform.
In Letter, Faust Commits to Climate Progress
University President Drew G. Faust signed a statement affirming Harvard’s commitment to make progress on climate change.
The Harvard Lobby
Three trips to D.C., 11 lawmakers, two amicus briefs. Under Trump, Harvard's lobbying efforts are heating up.
Muslim at Harvard in the Age of Trump
After the election, Muslim students at Harvard are grappling with their place in the country and on campus.
Passport to Uncertainty
With Trump's immigration orders on hold, some international students say the "fear and anxiety" hasn't abated.
Harvard Democrats and Republican Club Jointly Denounce Comey Firing
The College Democrats and Republican Club denounced President Donald Trump’s decision to fire James Comey, former director of the FBI, in an unusual joint statement.
Kasich Talks Election, Polarization at IOP
Harvard affiliates crowded into the Institute of Politics to listen to Ohio Governor John R. Kasich discuss his 2016 campaign for the Republican presidential nomination and the rising polarization in American politics Wednesday night.
Harvard Profs, Faust Join March for Science
“We march because our future depends on the future of science," said University President Drew G. Faust.