Harvard in the City
Harvard Highlights Allston Outreach at Task Force Meeting
In light of the fall 2020 opening of the new School of Engineering and Applied Sciences complex in Allston, Harvard has been ramping up its involvement in the local area.
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The new CVS Pharmacy moved right across the street from its former home next to the COOP. It's still open 24 hours, and features a brand new interior.
At Town Hall, Students Call for Change After Arrest of Black Student
Some at the event sharply criticized Harvard for what they called a lack of institutional support. The arrest of the student has drawn allegations of police brutality.
Harvard to Preserve Historical Integrity of Mass. Hall in Renovations
The Harvard Planning Office is working with the Cambridge Historical Commission on plans to renovate Massachusetts Hall—the University’s oldest building—this summer.
Short-Term Rentals May Have Helped Continuum Reach Capacity
Short-term renting may be the reason why a luxury residential complex in Allston has reached full capacity, according to a local real estate agent.
Local Groups Call for Additional Analysis of I-90 Plans
The I-90 realignment will replace the aging Allston viaduct, simplifying and straightening the ramps at the end of the Massachusetts Turnpike.
Harvard Announces Truck Safety Initiative
Harvard will install side guards on large trucks to increase cyclist and pedestrian safety, the University announced Wednesday.
In Allston, Mixed Feelings Over Univ. Funding for West Station
In the wake of the University’s pledge some Allston and Brighton residents said they were thrilled by the promised influx of Harvard money. Others were less optimistic.
Harvard Increases Funding for West Station to $50 Million
The University also promised up to $8 million to help construct another, interim transportation station in Allston in a letter sent to the Mass. Dept. of Transportation.
Harvard, Allston Students to Create Augmented Reality Mural
Muralist Paul Deo will collaborate with Allston high schoolers and Harvard students this spring to create an augmented reality mural at the Harvard Ed Portal in Allston.
EdX Partners with Microsoft, GE to Provide Subsidized Courses
Harvard and MIT's digital learning platform edX is partnering with Microsoft and GE to provide Mass. residents with subsidized online courses and guaranteed job interviews.
Allstonians Worry Harvard’s Plans Privilege Vehicle Transit
At a meeting Monday, residents said they worry Harvard’s plans for Allston prioritize automobiles over pedestrians and public transportation.
The End of an Era
Take a good look at this picture, because it may be the closest you get to a 2018 Game tailgate.
Ahead of Election, HGSU Distributes Voter Guide
As Cambridge gears up for today's slate of elections, Harvard’s student unionization group is distributing a guide for voters.
