Faculty
Science with a Twist: Harvard Researchers Discover Helix Shape
It might be time to take a closer glance at the nearest landline phone cord. Harvard researchers recently discovered a new shape—the hemihelix—which can be found in helical-like structures such as phone cords or slinkies. Shapes like the hemihelix might shed light on the process of creating three dimensional shapes from two dimensional starting materials, researchers said.
Honor Code Would Face Tough Challenges in Inculcating Culture Shift
Those charged with implementing the honor code may encounter hurdles created by a restructured disciplinary system and a community that may be apathetic to the policy’s purpose.
Honor Proposal Would Catch Harvard Up, Incrementally, With the Times
While some members of the committee that drafted the proposal acknowledge its limited scope, they maintain that changes to Harvard’s disciplinary process must be incremental to be effective.
In Light of Honor Code Proposal, Working Group Discusses Integrity Conversations
The ad hoc group is working to identify possible points during the undergraduate experience to start conversations about academic integrity.
Leading Expert on Islamic Law To Join HLS Faculty
Northwestern University law professor and Islamic law expert Kristen A. Stilt will join the Harvard Law School faculty this fall, according to a Law School press release.
In letter, More than 100 Faculty Members Call on Faust, Corporation To Divest From Fossil Fuels
More than 100 faculty members from across the University signed an open letter on Thursday urging University President Drew G. Faust and members of the Harvard Corporation, the University’s highest governing body, to divest the University's endowment from fossil fuel companies.
After Two Years at the Fed, Economics Professor To Return to Harvard
Economics professor Jeremy C. Stein will resign from his position on the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve in May and return to Harvard.
Now Working in the Mayor’s Office, Former Lecturer Reflects on Time at Harvard
Nearly two months after he left his position as a History and Literature lecturer to write speeches for newly elected Boston Mayor Marty J. Walsh, Eoin F. Cannon ’95 said he misses his time at Harvard but plans to stay at his post for the duration of Walsh’s term.
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.
Dr. S. Allen Counter
Neurology professor S. Allen Counter, the Director of the Harvard Foundation, delivers his opening remarks at the 29th annual Cultural Rhythms festival.
MCB To Revamp Requirements, Programming, and Concentration Name
The Molecular and Cellular Biology concentration will revamp its requirements and extracurricular programming to allow concentrators greater flexibility and incorporate recent “astonishing changes in biomedical research,” MCB head tutors Susan Mango and Rachelle Gaudet announced in an email to concentrators on Monday.
Section Size, Teaching Concerns Center of Latest Graduate Student Forum
After the discussion, graduate students who attended reiterated their basic concerns, which they said were aired at length during the meeting.
One Year After Secret Searches, Faculty Say Governance Grievances Fading
In the days and weeks following the announcement of the email search scandal, faculty members loudly voiced concerns over faculty governance and consultation, as well as a loss of trust in administrators that they said had violated their privacy policy and reasonable expectations. But one year later, professors say those concerns have faded within the minds of members of the University’s flagship faculty.
Covered In Books
The walls of Lepore's office are decorated with a variety of books, posters, and artifacts from significant time periods in American history.
Somerville Seats
Movie theater seats previously used in the Somerville Theatre during the 20th century are permanently affixed to the floor.
Walking Office Hours
Lepore is also known for her "walking office hours." Students are welcome to walk around the Yard with the American history professor during their appointments.
Jill Lepore's Books
Lepore's books sit on the shelf at the Harvard Book Store. Lepore's bibliography is expansive and continues to grow. Her next novel is slated to be published in October of this year.
The Dallas Morning News
A copy of The Dallas Morning News issue the morning after President John F. Kennedy's assassination lies across one of the tables in Lepore's office.
Dallas Morning News
A copy of The Dallas Morning News issue the morning after President John F. Kennedy's assassination lies across one of the tables in Lepore's office.
At Her Desk
Jill Lepore, a professor of American history, in her office in Robinson Hall. Lepore is a staff writer for The New Yorker and the author of nine books.
Overtaxed Employees Pleased with University Response to Payroll Error
Harvard employees said they are pleased with the way the University has dealt with the payroll error that overtaxed employees on more than $20 million of income between 2009 and 2013.
Education Professor Unveils Justice Project
Graduate School of Education associate professor Meira Levinson discussed the role of educators as agents of the state and the need for dialogue about justice within the educational sphere at a lecture Tuesday afternoon.