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‘Harvard Needs a Civics Lesson’: Former Dean Lewis Condemns Sanctions in Letter to Congress
Former Dean of the College and vocal sanctions opponent Harry R. Lewis ’68 sharply condemned Harvard’s penalties on members of single-gender social groups in a letter he sent to a House committee Wednesday.
No Agreement Likely Before Contract Expires, Clerical Union Says
After months of “intense” negotiations with Harvard, leaders of Harvard’s largest labor union say it is unlikely that they will reach an agreement before members’ current contract expires. The contract is set to expire Sept. 30.
Some Harvard Law Professors Call for Investigation into Kavanaugh Allegations
Several Harvard Law School professors said the sexual assault allegations levelled against Supreme Court nominee Brett M. Kavanaugh are concerning and warrant investigation.
Harvard Medical School Demonstrators Demand Gun Control, Gun Research Funding
The event was organized by “Scrubs Addressing the Firearm Epidemic,” a national organization of healthcare professionals which advocates for “evidence-based policy” to reduce gun injuries.
Activists Talk Youth Voter Engagement at Harvard IOP
David Hogg, co-founder of March for Our Lives, was among those who spoke about young voter engagement at the IOP Monday night.
Students, Alumni, Faculty Gather for Inaugural Harvard College Latinx Convocation
The ceremony, the title of which translates to “My Roots, My Community,” was organized by Latinx student leaders in order to welcome students of Latinx heritage in the Class of 2022.
Harvard Police Investigating Two Break-Ins in Freshman Dorms, Again
Several Wigglesworth Hall residents reported that someone climbed through their first floor window while they were sleeping and stole “several laptops, wallets, and an iPhone,” Catalano wrote.
Colin Kaepernick, Dave Chappelle Among Du Bois Medal Awardees
The medal — the University’s highest honor in the field of African and African American studies — recognizes individuals who have made “significant contributions” to African and African American culture.
Students Organize Harvard College's First Latinx Convocation
One organizer said the event was inspired by last year’s inaugural Black Convocation ceremony, which she said signaled a move toward embracing diversity.
Gonzalez Proposes Endowment Tax that Would Cost Harvard Half a Billion Per Year
Gonzalez, the Democratic candidate for Mass. governor, wants to levy a 1.6 percent tax on private, non-profit colleges and universities in the state whose endowments total over $1 billion — a category that includes Harvard.
Grad Unionization Movement Sees Mixed Results Around Country After Harvard Success
After Harvard teaching and research assistants voted to unionize last semester, labor experts predicted other schools would follow in Harvard's footsteps. That forecast has proved partially correct at best.
Dominguez Retains Emeritus Privileges Pending Results of Sexual Misconduct Investigation
Pending the results of an investigation into his alleged sexual harassment of at least 20 women, Dominguez will continue to receive the perks that come with emeritus status, including access to University spaces and research support.
Gearing Up For A Nationwide Strike, Hotel Workers Consult HUDS Union on Strategy
The developments in Boston follow a national-level escalation between UNITE HERE and Marriott that began early last week.
Cabot House Dining Hall Floods, Forming ‘Second Aquarium’
Though the dining hall was filled with standing water — which caused food service in the House to be cancelled — by 4:30 p.m., Cabot was already on the mend.
Harvard Debuts New System for Disciplining Errant Student Groups
Harvard has debuted a new procedure for punishing student groups that violate school policy.
