Harvard is cranking up the fun this winter as Ice Bumper Cars whiz onto the Science Center Plaza. Join us for zigzagging, bumping, and spinning alongside your friends, fellow students, or even brave passersby! It’s the newest addition to Harvard’s popular WinterFest program which also features fire pits, outdoor games, and music! Take a ride…Continue Reading Ice Bumper Cars & WinterFest are Here!
Visit the new David Rubenstein Treehouse website for a glimpse into this architecturally unique building that’s rising in Allston. Opening in fall 2025, the Rubenstein Treehouse, managed through Harvard Common Spaces and Harvard Real Estate, will serve as a “front door” to the growing Enterprise Research Campus. It will accommodate up to 600 people…Continue Reading Rubenstein Treehouse Website Comes to Life
The newly released 2023-2024 Harvard Annual Sustainability Report, developed by the Office for Sustainability, shares robust data and highlights that show how the University is accelerating action on sustainable development. Harvard is making progress toward its two major climate goals: 1. Fossil Fuel-Free by 2050, and 2. Fossil Fuel-Neutral by 2026, as well as other…Continue Reading Harvard Releases Sustainability Report
For individuals on campus with mobility impairments, Harvard’s Daytime Van is a vital transportation service that helps ensure accessibility and convenience. While all the university’s shuttle buses are fully accessible, some community members need additional assistance when travelling to classes, work, or extracurricular activities. Harvard Transportation Services (HTS) is now adding capacity to the Daytime…Continue Reading Improving Campus Accessibility
Harvard Capital Projects (HCP) is under new leadership. Tom O’Connor became the new Managing Director in July but he’s no stranger to the University, having led project management for numerous projects across many schools and departments including Harvard Real Estate. In his new position, Tom takes on an important leadership role supporting capital projects across…Continue Reading Leadership Profile – Harvard Capital Projects
The Farmers’ Market returns to the Science Center Plaza. On most Tuesdays, through October 29th, stop by the Plaza for fresh fruits and vegetables, meat and poultry, and many other delicious and locally sourced items. You can even sign up for the weekly newsletter to keep up-to-date on everything happening at the Market. Learn more…Continue Reading Farmers’ Market Returns
If there’s one thing Mike Onofrio likes most about his job, it’s that he’s never bored. That’s not surprising given his role as Emergency Management Program Manager within Environmental Health & Safety (EHS). Mike joined Harvard in August 2023 and quickly became an integral member of the Emergency Management Team which helps the University navigate…Continue Reading Supporting the Mission – Emergency Management
The recent renovation of the Blackstone Steam Plant earned a Preservation Award from the Cambridge Historical Commission. The project was part of our effort to strengthen the University’s critical infrastructure and protect against climate change. Engineering & Utilities upgraded the windows and frames to withstand 150 mph winds. Significant masonry work was also undertaken and…Continue Reading Cambridge Recognizes Steam Plant Project
The Green Restaurant Association recently named Harvard the Greenest University, as the school with the most Certified Green Restaurants®. Annenberg Dining Hall, every House dining hall, and Hillel Kosher Kitchen are all Certified Green Restaurants®. Cafes at the Kennedy School, School of Public Health, and others are also certified. These Restaurants have taken numerous steps in categories…Continue Reading Greening Harvard’s Restaurants
Hundreds of Campus Services employees play a critical role in Commencement. Many of our contributions are visible such as the tens of thousands of meals we serve, the well-manicured campus, as well as the management of big events. But much work is also done behind the scenes such as shuttling members of the Harvard community,…Continue Reading Employees Supporting Commencement
