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Left to Right: Senior Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs Kwok Yu (from left), Elliot Turley, Alain Veil, Dean of Undergraduate Education Amanda Claybaugh, Sien Overshade, Matt Reichert, Janet Chen, Raquel Vega Duran, Xingang Chen, and Associate Dean of Undergraduate Education Gillian Pierce

Seven recognized with Anya Bernstein Bassett Award 

Left to Right: Senior Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs Kwok Yu (from left), Elliot Turley, Alain Veil, Dean of Undergraduate Education Amanda Claybaugh, Sien Overshade, Matt Reichert, Janet Chen, Raquel Vega Duran, Xingang Chen, and Associate Dean of Undergraduate Education Gillian Pierce

Seven outstanding educators have been honored with the Anya Bernstein Bassett Award for Excellence in Teaching, which recognizes non-ladder faculty for innovative, inclusive, and evidence-based teaching. This year’s recipients, representing a range of disciplines, were praised for their thoughtful, student-centered approaches that inspire deep and lasting learning. Recipients are:…Continue Reading Seven recognized with Anya Bernstein Bassett Award 

Two faculty members receive Roslyn Abramson Award

The Harvard Gazette website with the words "Two faculty members receive Roslyn Abramson Award" with photos of 2025 recipients Jason D. Buenrostro and Tara K. Menon.

Jason D. Buenrostro and Tara K. Menon have been awarded the Roslyn Abramson Award for their outstanding undergraduate teaching at Harvard. Buenrostro, a professor of stem cell biology, emphasizes hands-on genomic research in his classes, while Menon, an English professor, encourages critical thinking and open dialogue through literature. Both educators are recognized for fostering inclusive,…Continue Reading Two faculty members receive Roslyn Abramson Award

67 grads recognized for Civic Engagement

A Gazette Article with the text "Community Connections." and an image of Sophia Scott '25.

Several Harvard seniors, including Sophia Scott, Jana Amin, Gavin Lindsey, and Anthony Miguel, were among the first cohort to graduate with a Certificate in Civic Engagement, which requires courses on social issues, a 300-hour practicum, and a capstone retreat. Through experiences like teaching at Suffolk County Jail, mentoring high schoolers, and taking classes on oral…Continue Reading 67 grads recognized for Civic Engagement

Reyaz Sultani ’28

Reyaz Sultani.

Starting my first year at Harvard as a Rising Scholar was an incredible experience. The program provided me with a strong sense of direction—I knew where to go, who to reach out to, and how to navigate my new environment with confidence. Through the program, I built meaningful connections with faculty, mentors, school administrators, and upperclassmen, all of whom played a crucial role in my transition. Having these relationships from…Continue Reading Reyaz Sultani ’28

Grading at the FAS

Test score sheet with answers, grade A+ and pencil.

Since the release of the Report on Grading in Fall 2023, a Grading Implementation Committee has worked with groups across the FAS to begin to reduce external pressures on grading and support transparency in giving feedback to students: Learn more on the Grading Report webpage…Continue Reading Grading at the FAS

Reed Trimble ’27

Reed Trimble

Students should join the Rising Scholars Program because it offers a great opportunity to acclimate to life at Harvard, it introduces you to resources that you might not otherwise find, you get unparalleled access to the vast resources, facilities, and properties of Harvard, and you make friendships that last throughout the school-year.  Starting the year…Continue Reading Reed Trimble ’27

Itzel Rosales ’27 

Itzel Rosales

Q: Why should someone decide to join the Rising Scholars Program? It definitely is a big ask because you’re giving up your summer, however, you truly will be better equipped to handle the challenges academically and socially of the first semester. Walking into Annenberg during the first couple weeks of the semester can be really…Continue Reading Itzel Rosales ’27 

Alexandria Durrant ’28

Alexandria Durrant.

Being one of 21 former military members accepted into the undergraduate program, attending the Rising Scholars Program (RSP) was one of the best decisions I could have made before starting at Harvard. RSP was intense, especially the three-hour Monday to Thursday mathematics lectures (fun fact: mathematics = my special phobia). However, that is the beauty…Continue Reading Alexandria Durrant ’28