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Ten Stories That Shaped 2022
In 2022, Harvard saw a multitude of transitions. The school finally lifted most of its last Covid-19 mandates and held in-person Commencement ceremonies for not one, not two, but three Harvard College classes. Across the top ranks of Harvard’s leadership, familiar faces exited the stage, including University President Lawrence S. Bacow, who will be succeeded by Claudine Gay, the first person of color and second woman to be named to Harvard’s top post. Here, The Crimson looks back at the 10 stories that shaped 2022 at Harvard.
Claudine Gay Addresses Crowd at President Announcement
Claudine Gay was announced as Harvard's 30th president just after 1:30 p.m. Thursday.
Claudine Gay Welcomed as Harvard's Next President
Claudine Gay will serve as the 30th president of Harvard University.
Claudine Gay Greeted As Next President
Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences Claudine Gay was announced as Harvard's 30th president Thursday afternoon in the Smith Campus Center.
Audience at Claudine Gay President Announcement
Harvard Graduate School of Education Dean Bridget T. Long, center, and other audience members cheer as Dean of the Faculty Claudine Gay is announced as Harvard's next president.
Penny Pritzker '81 Introduces Claudine Gay as Harvard's 30th President
Harvard Corporation Senior Fellow Penny S. Pritzker '81 speaks at the Smith Campus Center on Thursday.
Claudine Gay Speaks to Crowd in Smith Center
Claudine Gay will serve as the 30th president of Harvard University.
President Claudine Gay Gives Address
Claudine Gay will serve as the 30th president of Harvard University.
Claudine Gay Remarks
Claudine Gay was announced as the 30th president of Harvard at a Smith Center event on Thursday afternoon. She will succeed Lawrence S. Bacow, pictured in the foreground alongside his wife, Adele F. Bacow.
