College News
Twelve College Advisors Recognized with Annual Award
For the third consecutive year, 12 advisors at the College have been recognized by the Advising Programs Office for their outstanding guidance and mentorship in their work with undergraduates.
Ellison Says Ad Board Has Not Searched Student Emails Since At Least Fall 2002
Secretary of the Administrative Board John “Jay” L. Ellison said that the body has not searched a student email account in a case since he joined it in fall 2002 and likely will not in the future.
Pfister, Khurana Announce Creation of Working Group on Student Support, Inclusion
The move comes just days after student leaders from the black and Latino communities came together to host a town hall to discuss race relations at Harvard.
In Response to Anonymous Op-Ed, UC Forms Sexual Assault Policy Task Force
The UC has formed a task force to involve students in the discussion on Harvard’s sexual assault policies in response to a first-person, anonymous op-ed published in The Crimson.
Hancock Wraps Up Norton Lecture Series with Performances, Stories of Inspiration
Herbert “Herbie” J. Hancock discussed the art of telling stories through jazz performance and performing a variety of instruments for the audience.
Quincy House Students Voice Concerns over Summer Storage
Quincy will be the first House not to offer its students free, on-campus storage after undergoing renovations as part of the House renewal project, prompting some residents to voice concerns over the financial burden the policy change might impose on students.
Pfister Confirms Plans for Faculty Vote on Gender-Neutral Housing Policy
A change to the College’s gender-neutral housing policy will likely come before the Faculty of Arts and Sciences in May as part of a vote on changes to the Harvard College Handbook for Students, Interim Dean of the College Donald H. Pfister confirmed Friday.
Committee To Review General Education Program
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences has charged a committee to generate a formal assessment of the undergraduate Program in General Education—the first of its kind since the program's inception in 2007.
UC To Form Endowment, Reform Ghost Protocol
Members of the Undergraduate Council announced plans to form a Council endowment, reform student outreach efforts, and train representatives to better interact with students during their general meeting on Sunday.
Tuition Will Increase by 3.9 Percent, Largest Percentage Increase in Seven Years
The $2,200 hike, which represents a 3.9 percent increase, brings the total cost of tuition, room, board, and other fees to $58,607 for the 2014-2015 school year.
Students of Color Join To Further Conversation on Campus Race Relations
Following independent efforts to stimulate discussion, students of color gathered for a town hall Thursday to discuss race relations and issues of institutional support.
Accepted Students Share Stories of Anticipation, Disbelief
From prom dresses to “Game of Thrones,” regular decision admits share their acceptance stories.
First-Class Mail and Mimosas Mark a Celebratory Day for Admissions Staff
Around noon, with photographers in place, the staff formed a human assembly line from within the office out to a waiting mail truck. Inside, a late breakfast of pancakes, coffee, and well-mixed mimosas awaited the celebratory staff.
As Early Admissions Rise, So Does Pressure
With more students applying and being accepted early, admissions counselors and experts say that the admissions process has been pushed earlier and earlier in recent years.
