Campus & Community
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5 things we learned this week
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Donald Lee Fanger, 94
Memorial Minute — Faculty of Arts and Sciences
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Atul Gawande named featured speaker for Harvard Alumni Day
Acclaimed surgeon, writer, and public health leader will take the stage at Harvard’s global alumni celebration on June 6
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Sense of isolation, loss amid Gaza war sparks quest to make all feel welcome
Nim Ravid works to end polarization on campus, across multicultural democracies
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4 things we learned this week
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Abraham Verghese, physician and bestselling author, named Commencement speaker
Stanford professor whose novels include ‘Covenant of Water’ to deliver principal address May 29
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Claudine Gay has big plans
New Harvard president welcomes the chance to channel “awe-inspiring” ambition of campus community.
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Reopened Randolph Hall has strong sense of community
The reopening of Randolph Hall offers gathering spaces in courtyard, lounges, and study rooms, bringing a renewed sense of community.
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5 new women coaches on sports as spark for change
They discuss their paths to Harvard, coaching philosophies, and issues facing women athletes today.
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When your hobby becomes breaking World Records
Duo achieved sweet feat — “greatest distance catching a gummy candy in the mouth” — at Harvard Stadium when the lighting was just right.
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McNally named chief development officer for FAS
Accomplished fundraiser has significant experience in higher education and healthcare.
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Off and running in first week of class
Snapshots from the first week of class capture enthusiasm for the year ahead.
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Getting some exercise, with a little help from friends — and app
CrimsonZip aims to get the community off the couch by helping people find others looking for a workout — or just a walk.
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Martha Tedeschi to retire as director of Harvard Art Museums
Her seven-year tenure prioritized expanding access and making admission free to all visitors.
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Elmendorf to step down as dean of Harvard Kennedy School
Economist will depart leadership post at end of academic year, remain on faculty.
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Harvard lends a hand
Harvard-affiliated volunteers tackled more than 75 community service projects in the Greater Boston area and around the world as part of the Global Day of Service.
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‘These are all just young people like us, figuring themselves out’
High-schoolers get taste of everyday campus life through archival materials, some featuring Harvard’s most famous alumni.
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Claudine Gay, reality TV star
President reflects on her mom’s legacy, short career on “Romper Room” at Morning Prayers.
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Imani Perry’s arrival marks homecoming, expansion
Accomplished scholar, National Book Award winner will blend teaching in African American studies, women and gender studies.
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‘From this day forward you will make a name for yourself’
In her first Convocation address as Harvard president, Claudine Gay urged the Class of 2027 to fearlessly embrace personal transformation.
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No rain on this parade
Spirits remain high as new president, deans, other members of community roll up sleeves to help first-years make the Big Move.
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Parkes named dean of John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Widely viewed as a thoughtful and collaborative leader and mentor, Parkes will assume the new role on October 15.
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High schoolers go all-in at Harvard’s Active Learning Labs
Twenty-three high school students did some hands-on work focusing on new cancer therapies and emerging issues in water quality.
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Marla Frederick named next dean of Harvard Divinity School
Marla Frederick, a leading ethnographer and scholar focused on the African American religious experience, will become dean of Harvard Divinity School on Jan. 1, President Claudine Gay announced Thursday.
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Harvard’s Crimson Summer Academy marks a 20-year milestone
More than 200 current students, alumni, and staff celebrated the 20th anniversary of Harvard’s Crimson Summer Academy.
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‘What you can do for your country’
Future Harvard president leaves Virginia for Concord Academy, set on path by JFK inauguration speech, visit by MLK.
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Springer, Chetty win Ledlie Prize
Biologist created better, faster COVID test system; economist uses big data to uncover myths, barriers to achieving American Dream.
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Hopi Hoekstra takes office
The life sciences scholar begins her tenure as Edgerley Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences.
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World Cup dreams come true for Harvard’s Hasbo
The Danish midfielder’s quest started in second grade. It was fueled by grit, speed, agility — and a lot of time on the bus.
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Happy together
Photo gallery features images that reflect moments of joy, quiet contentment, and companionship.
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Grabbing cool treat on hot day — and selfie with new president
Harvard President Claudine Gay attended three ice cream socials at the Business School, in the Yard, and on the Harvard Medical School campus.
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George Grant takes his place in history
George Grant, D.M.D. 1870, creator of a prosthetic for cleft palates, inventor of the golf tee, second Black graduate of Harvard Dental School, first to become faculty member is recognized with portrait at the School of Dental Medicine.
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About 100 rally to voice opposition to Supreme Court admissions case ruling
College and Summer School students, alumni, and parents gather in support of campus diversity across nation.
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A ‘formidable’ choice
Colleagues respond with confidence, elation as Hopi Hoekstra is named next leader of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences.
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Hopi Hoekstra named next FAS dean
Hopi Hoekstra, an eminent life scientist who has served on the Harvard faculty since 2007, will become the next Edgerley Family Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Harvard President-elect Claudine Gay announced today.
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A mending library
Once a semester, Cambridge-area residents visit Cabot Science Library along with Harvard students and staff for a “Fix-it Clinic.”