Mirei S. Saneyoshi
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A Retreat, Hazing Allegations, and Four Resignations: Inside Turmoil at Harvard’s Institute of Politics
Interviews with nearly 20 current and former student leaders reveal months of conflict at Harvard’s Institute of Politics over a February retreat, the executive team’s authority, and complaints about the treatment of younger members and women.
Caroline Kennedy Returns to the IOP for 60th Anniversary, Six Years After Leaving Advisory Committee
Caroline B. Kennedy ’80 introduced the Institute of Politics’ 60th anniversary forum Thursday, marking her first known public appearance at the Institute since she resigned from its Senior Advisory Committee more than six years ago.
Harvard Kennedy School Requires Video Essays for Non-Native English Speakers
Harvard Kennedy School will require applicants who submit English proficiency test scores to complete a short video essay beginning with the 2027-2028 admissions cycle.
Harvard Kennedy School Hired EY-Parthenon to Study Demand for Tech Policy Degree
Harvard Kennedy School hired the consulting firm EY-Parthenon to gauge demand for a possible new degree in technology and public policy, a school spokesperson confirmed, as Dean Jeremy M. Weinstein works to make technology a centerpiece of the school’s plans for the next decade.
Harvard Kennedy School Pilots Tech Policy Concentration for MPP Students
Harvard Kennedy School launched a pilot concentration in technology policy this semester, giving master’s in public policy students a more technically demanding path through the school’s growing slate of courses on artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies.
New IOP Director Plans to Expand Diminished Senior Advisory Committee, Backs Close Integration with HKS
Harvard Institute of Politics Director Betsy Fischer Martin plans to expand the Institute’s Senior Advisory Committee, she said in an interview — but stopped short of saying she would restore the authority the body lost six years ago, when Caroline B. Kennedy ’80 resigned as its honorary chair.
New IOP Director Betsy Fischer Martin to Pair Each Fellow With a Student Program
Harvard IOP Director Betsy Fischer Martin will pair each of the institute’s resident fellows with one of its student-run programs this semester, an early attempt to deepen the fellows’ involvement with undergraduates in her first months leading the IOP.
Harvard Kennedy School’s Middle East Initiative Launches New Program on Israel
Harvard Kennedy School’s Middle East Initiative announced last week the launch of a new Israel Program, expanding the center’s research, teaching, and engagement on Israel within its regional and global context.
Nobel Peace Prize Winner Nadia Murad Calls for Listening and Action To Combat Conflict-Related Violence
Nobel Peace Prize laureate Nadia Murad called on the Iraqi government Wednesday to take greater responsibility for rebuilding her home region of Sinjar and locating thousands of Yazidis who remain missing following the Islamic State’s genocide against the community.
Harvard Kennedy School’s Dustin Tingley Named Vice Provost for Advances in Learning
Harvard Kennedy School professor Dustin Tingley has been named Harvard’s vice provost for advances in learning, formally taking over a University role he has held on an interim basis since last year as Harvard continues to grapple with the role of technology in teaching and education.