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Abraham Verghese’s Powerful Speech at Harvard’s 374th Commencement

Abraham Verghese’s Powerful Speech at Harvard’s 374th Commencement

Abraham Verghese, an immigrant, doctor, and writer, delivered a thought-provoking and passionate speech at Harvard’s 374th Commencement Ceremony. Speaking at Tercentenary Theatre, he highlighted ...

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Class of 2025 Heads for New Frontiers at Harvard's 374th Commencement

Class of 2025 Heads for New Frontiers at Harvard’s 374th Commencement

On May 29, more than 9,000 graduates from across all of Harvard University’s Schools gathered at Harvard Yard for the 374th Commencement Exercises. The ...

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Kelsey Hanson Woodruff: From Altar Girl to Progressive Religious Scholar

Kelsey Hanson Woodruff: From Altar Girl to Progressive Religious Scholar

Growing up in a Catholic family in California’s Bay Area, Kelsey Hanson Woodruff’s journey toward becoming a scholar of American religion seems almost destined. ...

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Harvard University's Lawsuit Against the Trump Administration

Harvard University’s Lawsuit Against the Trump Administration

Harvard University has amended its ongoing lawsuit against the Trump administration, alleging that the recent round of cuts to research funding threatens the institution’s ...

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Introduction to David Deming's New Role as Danoff Dean of Harvard College

Introduction to David Deming’s New Role as Danoff Dean of Harvard College

David Deming, a renowned economist and faculty leader at Harvard, has been appointed as the new Danoff Dean of Harvard College. Starting July 1, ...

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Introduction to Harvard’s Learning Experience Platform (LXP)

Introduction to Harvard’s Learning Experience Platform (LXP)

In January, Harvard University reached a new milestone with the launch of the Learning Experience Platform (LXP), a major initiative designed to reshape the ...

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Ben Abercrombie's Inspiring Journey: Overcoming Adversity to Graduate from Harvard

Ben Abercrombie’s Inspiring Journey: Overcoming Adversity to Graduate from Harvard

Ben Abercrombie’s life took a dramatic turn during his first football game at Harvard in 2017. A spinal-cord injury left him paralyzed, but over ...

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HUIT Creates a Safe Space for AI Experimentation in Education: Faculty Share Insights

HUIT Creates a Safe Space for AI Experimentation in Education: Faculty Share Insights

Generative AI has become a hot topic in education, especially with the growing interest in using tools like ChatGPT for teaching and learning. Harvard ...

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Sylvia Mathews Burwell and Monica Bharel to Lead Harvard University’s Board of Overseers for 2025-2026

Sylvia Mathews Burwell and Monica Bharel to Lead Harvard University’s Board of Overseers for 2025-2026

Harvard University has appointed two distinguished alumni, Sylvia Mathews Burwell and Monica Bharel, to take on leadership roles for the 2025-2026 academic year. Burwell, ...

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67 Harvard Grads Recognized for Their Civic Engagement Efforts

67 Harvard Grads Recognized for Their Civic Engagement Efforts

On May 29, 67 Harvard College seniors were honored for their dedication to civic engagement, graduating with a special Civic Engagement certificate. These students, ...

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