Harvard University hosted its commencement ceremony for the class of 2025 on Thursday, May 29, amid the institution's ongoing feud with President Donald Trump and his administration.

Thursday’s commencement ceremony – capping off several days of celebrations – gives the university a chance to focus on its nearly four centuries of tradition. And Harvard has no desire to ...

Harvard President Alan Garber acknowledges an extended round of applause during Harvard University's commencement ceremonies, Thursday, May 29, 2025 in Cambridge, Mass.

Commencement speaker Dr. Abraham Verghese, an author, Stanford professor, and infectious disease expert, frequently alluded to the controversy surrounding the school.

Chinese student struck chord emphasizing humanity at Harvard commencement speech Yurong "Luanna" Jiang never directly mentioned the Trump administration nor its multi-pronged attack on the nation ...

Chinese student struck chord emphasizing humanity at Harvard commencement speech Yurong "Luanna" Jiang never directly mentioned the Trump administration nor its multi-pronged attack on the nation ...

So how does Harvard University close out an academic year that saw the school lose out on billions of dollars in federal grants and contracts over its mishandling of antisemitism? Apparently, by ...

Harvard chose Chinese student Yurong “Luanna” Jiang to speak at its spring commencement as the Trump administration "aggressively" revokes Chinese student visas.

COVERAGE NOTE: Follow CNN’s live updates Thursday on Harvard’s commencement ceremony and federal court hearing starting at 8 a.m. ET. From the time Leo Gerdén left his native Sweden, he has ...