Month: February 2013

  • Campus & Community

    Breyer elected to Harvard Corporation

    James W. Breyer, a leading venture capitalist known for his expertise in innovative technology and media, will join the President and Fellows of Harvard College (the Harvard Corporation) as of July 1, 2013, the University announced today.

  • Health

    Hitting malaria from all sides

    The Harvard Malaria Forum explored the status of the global fight against malaria, focusing on how businesses can aid government and nonprofit efforts against the global killer.

  • Campus & Community

    7 speakers, 12 minutes each

    During Harvard Thinks Big 4, six professors and a student delved into their favorite ideas, ranging from a look at why dead Romans are so much fun to a detailed explanation of breast-feeding in mammals.

  • Campus & Community

    The joy of learning

    During this year’s Wintersession, College-led and student-initiated programming provided opportunities to explore creative passions, pursue career interests, learn about different academic fields, engage in recreational activities with friends, and connect with alumni.

  • Campus & Community

    The joy of learning

    A video documents how some Harvard students spent their free time during Wintersession, the period between academic terms that fosters creative learning.

  • Campus & Community

    New rents for Harvard housing

    In accordance with the University’s fair market rent policy, Harvard University Housing (HUH) charges market rents. The greater Boston rental market is experiencing low vacancy rates and robust rent increases. The proposed 2013-14 market rents will increase on average 6 percent relative to last year, across the 3,000-unit HUH portfolio.