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  • What I miss most about campus since the pandemic…

    Members of the Harvard community reflect on what they miss most about being on campus.

    Aerial view of campus with Lowell House tower in foreground.
  • Martin Stuart Feldstein, 79

    At a Meeting of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences on February 2, 2021, the Minute honoring the life and service of the late Martin Stuart Feldstein, George F. Baker Professor of Economics, was placed upon the records. Professor Feldstein’s work led to new areas of inquiry and ways of carrying out research that countless economists followed.

  • Martin L. Weitzman, 77

    At a Meeting of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences on February 2, 2021, the Minute honoring the life and service of the late Martin L. Weitzman, Professor of Economics, Emeritus, was placed upon the records. A broad-ranging economic theorist, Professor Weitzman made many important research and policy contributions.

  • On the road to a fossil fuel-free future

    The University has invested in 100 percent electric buses, which hit the road this fall. The four buses will lower greenhouse gas emissions by more than 220,000 pounds annually.

    Two Harvard transportation people with bus.
  • How does your garden grow?

    Harvard Arboretum administration and staff discuss how they achieved record visitor numbers and what’s staying post-pandemic.

    AJ Tataronis works in a tree.
  • Gates recognized for his scholarship in the humanities

    The American Academy of Arts & Sciences has named Henry Louis Gates Jr. the recipient of the Don M. Randel Award for Humanistic Studies.

    Henry Louis Gates Jr.
  • Working for change that’s both aspirational and real

    As president of the Undergraduate Council, Noah Harris ’22 has set his agenda.

    Noah Harris.
  • New faculty: Sarah Dimick

    Harvard Assistant Professor Sarah Dimick wants to expand the understanding of connections between literature and the environment.

    Sarah Dimick.
  • Winter wisdom

    Photographers showcase decades of winter scenes on campus.

    Houses on River.
  • So how to make the best of ‘senior spring’ in COVID times?

    Returning members of Harvard College’s Class of 2021 detail their hopes and expectations for their final semester.

    Swathi Srinivasan, Sydney McDonald, and Matt Thomas.
  • Move-in day, without those hugs

    Harvard’s campus opens up during move-in day.

    Walking with boxes.
  • Advice to students: Enact your agency, build resilience

    Sociology lecturer Manja Klemenčič offers advice to students as part of the “Focal Point” series: Take leadership roles and get out of your comfort zone.

    Manja Klemenčič.
  • Harvard Housing establishes new rents for 2021-22

    Harvard University Housing (HUH) manages approximately 3,000 apartments, offering a broad choice of locations, unit types, sizes, and amenities to meet the individual budgets and housing needs of eligible Harvard…

    Apartment building.
  • How Harvard is handling COVID vaccinations

    The Gazette spoke with Giang Nguyen, executive director of Harvard University Health Services, about how the University prepared for the arrival of vaccine, where we are now in the process of vaccinating the Harvard community, and why it’s so important for everyone who is eligible to get vaccinated against COVID-19.

    Bottles of COVID vaccine.
  • For Artisan’s Asylum, moving day is coming

    Artisan’s Asylum will move into Harvard-owned properties in Allston-Brighton this year.

    Artist rendering of Artisan's Asylum.
  • Big step forward for planned center to boost cell- and gene-therapy advances

    A new cell manufacturing and innovation center, headed by a unique partnership between academia and industry, has taken a key step — signing a lease in Watertown for its new home — as it looks toward 2022 opening.

    300 North Beacon St., Waterown building.
  • Alumni committee nominates candidates for Overseers, HAA elected directors

    From April 1-May 18, Harvard degree holders can vote for five anticipated vacancies on the Board of Overseers and for six openings among the HAA elected directors.

    Harvard gate detail.
  • Richard Cooper, cutting-edge economist, dies at 86

    Richard Cooper, cutting-edge economist, has died at 86. The professor of international economics also held many senior roles in U.S. government.

    Richard Cooper.
  • Ezra Vogel, leading expert on East Asia, dead at 90

    Ezra F. Vogel, Henry Ford II Professor of the Social Sciences Emeritus, died Dec. 20 at Mount Auburn Hospital due to complications from surgery. He was 90. A remarkable contributor…

    Ezra F. Vogel in 2010.
  • Top Gazette stories of 2020

    As 2020 comes to a close we look back at some of the Gazette’s most-read stories of the year.

    Collage of major themes from 2020 Gazette coverage, including COVID, protests, and election.
  • 747 admitted under early action program

    Harvard College today accepted 747 students to the Class of 2025 from a pool of 10,086 who applied under the early action program.

    Winter scene in Harvard Yard.
  • A dark year of sickness, reckoning, loss — and periodic bits of light

    As 2020 comes to a close, Harvard faculty reflect on the past 12 months.

    A woman waves from a window.
  • Extending a hand

    Harvard student and ROTC member details some of the changes he’s experienced during the pandemic.

    John Murray.
  • University releases external review of police department

    The Gazette spoke with Executive Vice President Katie Lapp to discuss the findings of an independent review of the Harvard University Police Department and how Harvard plans to implement recommendations to secure public safety and community well-being.

    Katie Lapp.
  • New gate outside Houghton Library adds another story to storied Harvard Yard

    This month a new gate was unveiled in Harvard Yard, near Houghton Library. It was made possible through support from Peter J. Solomon ’60, M.B.A. ’63, and his wife, Susan, as part of a larger gift, announced in January 2019, to renovate Houghton Library.

    New gate in Harvard Yard.
  • Need a book for a young person?

    Looking for a good book for a young person? Suggestions from Harvard community.

    Illustration of child with books
  • The right game plan

    Harvard’s new director of athletics, Erin McDermott, talks about her commitment to the student-athlete’s success in the classroom and on the court, what lies ahead for the Crimson.

    Erin McDermott.
  • School of Dental Medicine expands patient care, services

    The Harvard School of Dental Medicine announced today that it will reopen the former Harvard University Health Services dental clinic with expanded services in February 2021.

    Harvard School of Dental Medicine sign.
  • 4 win Marshall, International Rhodes scholarships

    Three Harvard College students have won Marshall Scholarships, and an alumnus has won an International Rhodes.

    Cambridge University
  • Baby, it’s cold outside

    The Harvard Ed Portal partners with Action for Boston Community Development to collect winter coats for the community.

    Mittens holding mug.