University News
HBX Will Open Online Introductory Courses to Students Worldwide
Any college student and those who have been out of college for up to nine years will have the opportunity to apply for the upcoming iteration of the Credential of Readiness (CORe) program, according to Bharat N. Anand ’88, HBX faculty chair.
Lawsuit Alleges that Harvard's Online Content Discriminates
Harvard and MIT face lawsuits for allegedly discriminating against Americans with hearing impairments in their online educational content.
Amidst Heightened Flu Season, UHS Administers Thousands of Vaccines
In a flu season marked by above-average levels of illnesses, hospitalizations and deaths, Harvard University Health Services has administered almost 3,000 vaccinations to College students.
Occupying Massachusetts Hall
Divest Harvard member Miles Hewitt '17 gives a thumbs up as University personnel, reflected in a window, assess the situation during a protest in Massachusetts Hall on Thursday morning.
Entrance to Mass Hall
A HUPD officer stands guard outside the entrance to Massachusetts Hall, which members of Divest Harvard occupy as they call for the divestment of the University's endowment from fossil fuels.
Demanding Divestment, Protesters Occupy Mass. Hall
A group of more than 30 stormed and occupied the building Thursday morning, demanding that Harvard divest its $35.9 billion endowment from fossil fuels.
After Weeks of Snowstorms, Union Leaders Look Towards Greater Flexibility
HUCTW leaders said they will push for greater opportunities for their members to work from home in upcoming labor negotiations.
Administrators Discuss Decisions Behind Snow Days
Administrators say they consider factors such as road conditions and the availability of public transportation when deciding whether to close down operations.
Faust Says No to Fundraising for Boston 2024
Following Boston’s 2024 bid, University President Drew G. Faust says Harvard will not divert fundraising to the Olympics.
Students Prepare For Hearing To Dismiss Lawsuit Urging Divestment
In November, seven students argued in an 11-page complaint that Harvard’s continued investment of its endowment represents “a breach of [Harvard’s] fiduciary and charitable duties as a public charity and nonprofit corporation.”
For Second Consecutive Day, Most Harvard Schools Will Close
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences has canceled Tuesday classes and sections and will close its libraries.
Families Unlikely To Reach Out-of-Pocket Healthcare Maximum, University Says
The committee that recommended a controversial new health benefits policy said it expects less than 1 percent of families enrolled in the medical program to reach the family out-of-pocket maximum of $4,500.
