Fifteen Questions: Reginald Dwayne Betts on Vulnerability, Collective Memory, and Freedom Reads

The visiting professor of English sat down with Fifteen Minutes to discuss poetry, prison literature, and collective memory.

Harvard Wants To Talk About Israel-Palestine. Can It Succeed?

After over a year, the University still struggles with fostering dialogue on Israel-Palestine. Where does the problem lie?

The Mayor of Cambridge Has Seen It All

When people speak about E. Denise Simmons, who has been an elected official in the City for more than 30 years, they speak about Cambridge: how it’s shifted, how it’s stayed the same, and how she’s borne witness to all of it. But the question seemingly no one can answer is where, exactly, Simmons fits in today.



Painting a Brighter Future with ArtLifting

In 2013, Elizabeth J. “Liz” Powers ’10 founded ArtLifting through Harvard Innovation Labs with her brother, Spencer Powers, to help artists with disabilities and financial insecurity. The organization’s mission is to connect artists with opportunities to share and sell their work. Eleven years after its inception, ArtLifting now represents more than 190 artists in 35 states. For Billy M. Megargel and Lisa Murphy, two artists based in Massachusetts, ArtLifting supports them in a different ways.

More Than 80% of Freshmen Believe Harvard Should Create Diverse Student Body

An overwhelming majority of members of the Class of 2028 — the first class admitted to Harvard after the Supreme Court overturned affirmative action last year — that responded to The Crimson’s freshman survey said Harvard should continue aiming to foster racial diversity in its student body.

Cambridge Is Nearing a Massive Zoning Overhaul. Here’s What That Means.

Cambridge officials are considering a dramatic change to the city’s zoning code in an effort to spur housing development and address what local politicians and advocates have described as a severe and far-reaching housing shortage.




Following Stellar Performance by Severo, Harvard Prepares for Upcoming Homestand

The Harvard men's ice hockey team (3-4-1, 2-2-1 ECAC) is back at home this weekend for its final two games of the calendar year, taking on the No. 20 Clarkson Golden Knights (9-5-2, ECAC 3-1-0) and the St. Lawrence Saints (4-11-0, ECAC 0-4-0). Building off of its last few games, Harvard is looking to go into the winter recess on a high note by gaining important points in the ECAC Standings.


‘Long Live’ (Anna and Allison’s Version)

AM: “Long live all the mountains we moved.”  ASP: “I’ve had the time of my life fighting dragons with you.”

Thinkpiece: We Need to Listen to Music Less

Occasionally using music as background is fine, but if we continue relegating it to background stimulation, art has a problem.

Harvard Authors Profile: Aislinn Brophy ’17 on the Magic of Writing

Aislinn Brophy '17 discussed their YA fantasy goals and inspirations, reflecting on the common themes of identity, love, and family in their work.

‘Pippin’ Preview: A Young Man’s Search for Fulfillment

Audiences should be on the lookout for a human staircase and breathtaking stunts during the opening number, “Magic to Do.”


Following Stellar Performance by Severo, Harvard Prepares for Upcoming Homestand

The Harvard men's ice hockey team (3-4-1, 2-2-1 ECAC) is back at home this weekend for its final two games of the calendar year, taking on the No. 20 Clarkson Golden Knights (9-5-2, ECAC 3-1-0) and the St. Lawrence Saints (4-11-0, ECAC 0-4-0). Building off of its last few games, Harvard is looking to go into the winter recess on a high note by gaining important points in the ECAC Standings.

‘Earn It’: Harvard Women’s Rugby Defends National Title Against Dartmouth

Harvard women’s rugby team clinched its second straight national title on Nov. 23, defeating Dartmouth, the top-ranked team in the nation, by a final score of 19-12 in the NIRA National Championship game.

Harvard Stadium Field Renamed After Longtime Football Head Coach Tim Murphy

Former longtime Harvard football coach Tim Murphy said in an interview that the University decision to rename the field at Harvard Stadium as a tribute to him was a “tremendous honor.”

Harvard Splits First Homestand Since Belfast, Looks Ahead to Quinnipiac

The Harvard men’s ice hockey team failed to deliver on hopes of a late comeback Friday with a 4-3 loss against the Clarkson Golden Knights.


‘Long Live’ (Anna and Allison’s Version)

AM: “Long live all the mountains we moved.”  ASP: “I’ve had the time of my life fighting dragons with you.”

Thinkpiece: We Need to Listen to Music Less

Occasionally using music as background is fine, but if we continue relegating it to background stimulation, art has a problem.

Harvard Authors Profile: Aislinn Brophy ’17 on the Magic of Writing

Aislinn Brophy '17 discussed their YA fantasy goals and inspirations, reflecting on the common themes of identity, love, and family in their work.

‘Pippin’ Preview: A Young Man’s Search for Fulfillment

Audiences should be on the lookout for a human staircase and breathtaking stunts during the opening number, “Magic to Do.”



Following Stellar Performance by Severo, Harvard Prepares for Upcoming Homestand

The Harvard men's ice hockey team (3-4-1, 2-2-1 ECAC) is back at home this weekend for its final two games of the calendar year, taking on the No. 20 Clarkson Golden Knights (9-5-2, ECAC 3-1-0) and the St. Lawrence Saints (4-11-0, ECAC 0-4-0). Building off of its last few games, Harvard is looking to go into the winter recess on a high note by gaining important points in the ECAC Standings.

‘Earn It’: Harvard Women’s Rugby Defends National Title Against Dartmouth

Harvard women’s rugby team clinched its second straight national title on Nov. 23, defeating Dartmouth, the top-ranked team in the nation, by a final score of 19-12 in the NIRA National Championship game.

Harvard Stadium Field Renamed After Longtime Football Head Coach Tim Murphy

Former longtime Harvard football coach Tim Murphy said in an interview that the University decision to rename the field at Harvard Stadium as a tribute to him was a “tremendous honor.”

Harvard Splits First Homestand Since Belfast, Looks Ahead to Quinnipiac

The Harvard men’s ice hockey team failed to deliver on hopes of a late comeback Friday with a 4-3 loss against the Clarkson Golden Knights.