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What’s At Stake for Harvard in the Midterm Elections
Ranging from endowment taxes to the survival of its controversial social group sanctions, the University has a large stake in this year’s midterms.
Center for European Studies Panel Covers Authoritarianism and Democracy
The annual summit brought together scholars and public leaders to discuss migration, rising populism, and the future of European countries.
Harvard Health Services Implements Consumer Drug Take-Back Program
The dropbox, located in the HUHS pharmacy in the Smith Campus Center, accepts “unused or expired prescription medication, unused or expired over-the-counter medication, and pet medication."
Scheduled Century-Old Oak Tree Felling Pits Students Against Harvard Divinity School
Divinity School enrollee Jesse Bercowetz, who said he identifies as a pagan, said he believes the tree is like an elder family member. Cutting it down is an act of murder. “I question an architectural team and administration who cannot figure out another solution,” he said.
‘Wolf of Racial Bias’ Returns to Courtroom on Final Day of Harvard Admissions Trial
Lawyers for both Harvard and Students for Fair Admissions approached the wood-paneled witness stand one after the other Friday to deliver impassioned closing statements and rebuttals that stretched for hours.
'Check Out of Marriott': Harvard Student Labor Advocacy Group Backs Local Hotel Strike
Members of the Student Labor Action Movement held a silent protest during a series of speeches delivered by top Harvard administrators Friday, urging them to boycott seven Marriott Hotels in Boston whose workers have been striking for over a month.
Harvard's Annual TEDx Event Challenges Attendees to Think Critically
Seven speakers — hailing from a variety of professions — spent around four hours urging audience members to question their assumptions about the world around them.
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.
Harvard Cancels Lecture by Saudi Prince Following Journalist Khashoggi’s Killing
“I got notice… very politely saying ‘This may not be the right time for you to come and lecture because of the Khashoggi affair,’” the prince told the Daily Beast during an interview held in his Virginia home earlier this week.
Harvard Med School Slams Trump Admin Proposal to Define Gender By Biological Sex
“Harvard Medical School is staunchly opposed to any efforts by federal agencies to limit the definition of sex as an immutable condition determined at birth,” a spokesperson wrote in a statement.
‘Your Honor, I’m Drew Faust.’ Former Harvard President Testifies in Trial
“I feel that my tenure has been committed in considerable part to expanding openness, access to Harvard,” Faust told the courtroom Thursday.
Harvard Provost Garber Celebrates Education Profs at Yidan Prize Event
The Yidan Prize, founded by Chinese billionaire Charles Chen Yidan, consists of two $3.9 million awards given annually for excellence in education research and education development.
Paper of Former HMS Prof. Withdrawn, Clinical Trial Paused after Harvard Requests Retractions
At least one high-profile paper authored by a former Medical School professor has been formally retracted and a federally funded clinical trial put on hold.
Bacow, Keeping Close Tabs on Admissions Trial, Says He Remains Confident Harvard Will Win
Bacow may not be sitting in court as Harvard defends its race-conscious admissions policies, but he receives daily updates — and he remains confident the University will win at trial's end.
Former Brown President Testifies in Defense of Harvard’s Preference for Legacies
“It is entirely appropriate for them to believe that it would be wonderful if their children could also enjoy the same benefits that they enjoyed as students,” Simmons said of alumni of Ivy League institutions like Harvard.
Forty Percent of Respondents to IOP Youth Poll 'Likely' to Vote in Midterms
Forty percent of respondents to an Institute of Politics poll of 18- to 29- year olds said they are likely to cast a ballot in the midterm elections in one week, and 26 percent said they approve of President Donald Trump’s performance in office.
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.
Harvard Design School Dean Mostafavi to Step Down in May
Harvard Graduate School of Design Dean Mohsen Mostafavi will step down from his position at the end of the academic year, administrators announced today.
‘Secretive, Dubious Partnerships': Harvard Quietly Keeps Strong Saudi Connections
Many American institutions are re-examining their ties to Saudi Arabia after journalist Jamal Khashoggi was killed earlier this month. Despite its long-running links to the Saudi royal family, Harvard has opted to wait out the tide of criticism.
SEAS To Invest In Quantum Engineering and Quantitative Biology
Dean of SEAS Francis J. Doyle III said the school will expand two research areas—quantitative biology and quantum science and engineering—in the coming years.
After Barrier-Breaking Appointment, FAS Dean Claudine Gay Gets Right to Work
Claudine Gay is the first new FAS Dean in 11 years — but her assumption of the deanship attracted still more attention due to its unprecedented nature. She is both the first woman and the first person of color to hold the position.
Harvard's School of Engineering and Applied Sciences Holds Diversity Conversations After Climate Survey Results
SEAS Dean Francis J. Doyle III said the school will release a “completely candid, transparent disclosure of the things we learned" from a recent climate survey.
As Harvard Responds to Immigration Policy Changes, Faculty Want a Bigger Role
Harvard faculty say they hope they can use their platform and expertise to support staff and students directly affected by immigration issues.
UChicago Philosophy Professor Discusses Ethics of Animal Rights
The lecture was co-sponsored by the Edmond J. Safra Center for Ethics and the Harvard University Department of Government.