University News
HMS’s Grinspoon Calls for NFL Funding for Cannabis Research
Claiming that the cannabidiol in cannabis could help protect NFL players protect their brains, Lester Grinspoon hopes the NFL will "lead the way" by promoting research.
Yo-Yo Ma '76 Brings Music to IOP
World-renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma ’76 filled the Institute of Politics with the sound of music yesterday during a discussion on the arts, which culminated in an interactive cello performance that received a standing ovation from the audience.
New Exhibit Explores History and Science of Human Dissection
A new exhibit in the Science Center showcases human body parts and historical objects related to the science of dissection and anatomy.
Graduate Student Council Passes DoubleTree Resolution
The resolution, which is nearly identical to one passed by the Undergraduate Council earlier this week, calls upon the graduate body to urge relevant Harvard administrators to support fair process as workers decide whether or not to unionize.
U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara and Actress Mindy Kaling To Speak at HLS Class day
Class Day is Wednesday, May 28, with Commencement ceremonies taking place the following day.
British Actress Lily Cole Discusses Social Media Site
British fashion model, actress, and social entrepreneur Lily L. Cole is working to make the impossible possible with the U.S. launch of her London-based social media site and application called Impossible.
Candy Crowley Receives Journalism Career Award
News anchor Candy A. Crowley was awarded the Goldsmith Career Award for Excellence in Journalism during a ceremony at the John F. Kennedy Jr. Forum on Thursday evening.
Michael R. Bloomberg Will Deliver 2014 Commencement Address
Michael R. Bloomberg, the former mayor of New York City and the co-founder of the multibillion dollar financial information company Bloomberg L.P., will address graduates and their families at Harvard’s 363rd Commencement Exercises on May 29.
Obama Will Visit Charles for Event Wednesday Afternoon
President Obama is scheduled to travel to Cambridge to attend a roundtable discussion of Democratic Party supporters at the Charles Hotel and to Boston for a Democratic National Committee event on Wednesday.
IOP Panelists Discuss Ukraine’s Uncertain Future
A forum at the John F. Kennedy Jr. Forum discussed Russia’s alleged occupation of Crimea, an autonomous republic of Ukraine, on Tuesday night.
Contracted Workers Face Alleged Disparities in Treatment, Privileges
From early morning duties to late night shifts, staff at Harvard maintain the dining halls, provide custodial services, and work to keep the campus secure. While many of these workers are directly employed by the University, thousands of them are actually employed by independent companies, which work on contract for Harvard.
National Security Experts Cast Nuclear Safety as a Priority for Voters
Leaders in the field of nuclear security argued that the American public could play a greater role in bringing more attention to national security issues at a panel at the John F. Kennedy Jr. Forum on Monday.
EdX Blocks Course Content to Cuba, Iran, Sudan
EdX plans to block students in Cuba, Iran, and Sudan from taking an upcoming online course on aerodynamics and modern aircraft design, according to a blog post written by edX president Anant Agarwal on Monday.
Law School Hosts Debate on the Merits of Affirmative Action
A panel featuring Harvard Law School Professor Randall L. Kennedy among others debated on the pros and cons of affirmative action Thursday evening at the Law School’s Ames Court Room.
Professional Athletes Discuss Intersection of Sports, Tech at I-Lab
A panel of seven professional athletes, including two active NFL quarterbacks, agreed that technology will play an increasingly larger role in sports at a discussion at the Harvard Innovation Lab Thursday.
