Welcome to the Office of the President

“We believe in the value of knowledge, the power of teaching and research, and the ways that what we do here can benefit society. Those commitments matter today more than ever.”

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Strengthening Our Community

“Rededicating ourselves to free inquiry and expression, in a climate of inclusion and a spirit of mutual respect, has never mattered more.”

President Alan Garber's Installation Speech

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Installation celebration

Alan Garber is installed as Harvard’s 31st president

Colleagues, University leaders, family, and friends joined Alan Garber on December 7, 2024, for his presidential installation.

“We need to think not only in years and decades, but also in centuries,” Garber emphasized during his speech.

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Advancing Knowledge

“We are an institution that strives for the highest levels of excellence in academic endeavors. My hope is to be able to help us advance even more rapidly in the core mission.”

Climate Action

From emissions to the global food supply to policy research, Harvard experts are using interdisciplinary approaches to foster real results for the planet.

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Improving Democracy

Harvard experts are exploring ways to improve and cultivate democracies around the world.

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Artificial Intelligence

Harvard experts are exploring how artificial intelligence is rapidly changing our world and our daily live, from health care to education, policy to art.

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