Dunster
Winthrop, Dunster, Dudley Begin Searches for New Resident Deans
Two upperclassmen residential Houses—Dunster and Winthrop—as well as the non-residential Dudley House are searching for new resident deans this spring.
Dunster House
Dunster is among three Houses currently searching for new Allston Burr Assistant Deans.
Faculty Deans Provide Food
Students partake in a study break hosted by the Dunster faculty deans which featured make-your-own-guacamole, croissants, and more. As the strike continues, many Houses are hosting such events to supplement their students’ diets.
Harvard has Raised $230 Million for House Renewal as of March
The figure puts Harvard a little more than halfway towards its $450 million fundraising goal for the project, one of the key priorities of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences’ ongoing $2.5 billion capital campaign.
Administrators Use Renovated Dunster to Pitch House Renewal
As administrators polish their remaining Harvard-wide fundraising priorities in a record-breaking $6.5 billion capital campaign, they have turned to Dunster House as a platform and venue for pitching the House renewal project, a priority that still needs fulfilling.
Dunster Digs
As a component of recent Dunster House renovations, community spaces were improved and added to with the aim of fostering house life and encouraging residents to spend less time away from the House.
Preparing To Charge
UC Vice President and member of Dunster House Danny V. Banks '17 adjusts his "antlers" following the release of the housing letters.
Dunster
<p> Newly-renovated with a sparkling exterior and many cozy common rooms and conference rooms, Dunster is undeniably a great place to live. While it may be a little far from the Yard, the strong House community and the many perks of living in the brand new House that is beautiful both inside and out are more than adequate compensation. </p>
Dunster House
Dunster House benefits from views of the river and is the next House scheduled for renovation.
Ten Stories That Shaped 2015
2015 was a tumultuous year for Harvard. Final clubs faced immense administrative pressure to go co-ed, faculty saw a proposal to overhaul the College’s General Education program, and perhaps most consequential of all, a University-wide survey revealed what administrators called a “troubling” climate of sexual assault on campus. Amidst a fast-paced capital campaign and Title IX scrutiny, Harvard’s top administrators were called to respond to perceived racial injustice on campus and a graduate student unionization movement. Divest Harvard protesters even blockaded University President Drew G. Faust's office for a week. At the close of a particularly turbulent year, the Crimson looks back on the ten stories that most shaped Harvard in 2015.
House Life Survey Part II: Advising and Facilities
Results of a recent Crimson survey indicate that most students are generally satisfied with House resources, although they may not be involved with their residences day-to-day.
Thanksgiving Dinner in Dunster House
Students staying on campus during Thanksgiving break celebrate over dinner in Dunster House on Thursday evening.
Thanksgiving Dinner in Dunster House
Students were able to request specific parts of the turkey being served for Thanksgiving dinner in Dunster House.
Relaxation Study Break
Daniel Banks ’17 colors an intricately designed elephant at the Relaxation Study Break hosted by the Asian American and Pacific Islanders Community as part of Mental Health Awareness Week in Dunster House. With elephant and Pokemon coloring sheets, family board games, healthy snacks from CVS, and Christmas music, attendees were encouraged to relax and destress from midterms.