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Harvard’s Endowment Returns, Explained
Harvard’s endowment posted an 8.1 percent return on its investments for the fiscal year. Here’s what that means, and why it matters.
In Presidential Search, Calls for Diversity
Over the course of four centuries, Harvard has seen presidents of many stripes. But to date, all have been white. And, until current University President Drew G. Faust, male.
Citing Harvard, Northeastern Dining Workers Brace for Strike
As organizing at Northeastern has progressed, the union's success at Harvard has served as an inspiration.
In Perennial Bloom: A Century at Brattle Square Florist
The shop is an old-fashioned stronghold in Harvard Square’s tumultuous real estate environment.
Professors Condemn Rejection of Michelle Jones
Over 150 professors are condemning Harvard’s decisions to deny Ph.D. program admission to ex-inmate Michelle Jones and rescind a fellowship offer to Chelsea Manning.
Journalist Criticizes Media’s Role in Trump-Era Politics
"We like to say things that make us feel good about calling out the affect of racism without doing anything about the actual muscle of racism," Vann R. Newkirk II said.
36 Seniors Will Compete for Class Marshal Positions
Thirty-six members of the Class of 2018 declared their candidacy for senior class marshal, the Harvard Alumni Association announced on Tuesday.
Athletics Department Pilots Student Marketing Program
Some student-athletes will be stepping into a new role as part of a new marketing initiative within the Athletics Department aimed at boosting game attendance and team awareness.
Cambridge Talks Lighting, Urban Wildlife at Weekly Meeting
Councillors and Cantabrigians talked affordable housing, light pollution, and bunnies at the City Council's meeting Monday.
Winthrop Fixes Swipe Restrictions for Non-Residents
After Winthrop reopened for the school year, some non-residents found themselves unable to swipe into certain areas of the building where students live.
Education School Dean Ryan to Depart for UVA
James E. Ryan, the Dean of the Graduate School of Education, will depart the school to become the president of the University of Virginia after this academic year.
Changes Mark Last Punch Process Before Sanctions
Sporting formal wear and spouting small talk, College sophomores this week kicked off a punch season unlike any other in the tradition’s long history.
Philo and HBO Go No Longer Available to Harvard Students For Free
Harvard students hoping to watch Daenerys Targaryen and the Lannisters battle for control of the seven kingdoms in the final season of “Game of Thrones” free of charge are out of luck.
Spicer, Manning to Join IOP as Visiting Fellows
Sean Spicer, the former White House Press Secretary, will join the Institute of Politics this year as a visiting fellow.
As Gen Ed Transitions, Unexpected Courses Fulfill Requirements
This change in the categorization of some classes is the byproduct of a transition to a new General Education system set to take full effect in the fall of 2018.
