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“Our mission here at Harvard Chan School is simple, but profound: We aim to build a world where everyone can thrive.”
— Andrea Baccarelli, MD, PhD, Dean of the Faculty

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Community Messages

  • September 8, 2025

    Register for the Harvard Chan Day of Service!

    To the Harvard Chan community, I’m delighted to announce that registration is open for the Harvard Chan Community Day of Service on Monday, Sept. 29. This is an annual event that brings together our full community—students,…

  • September 5, 2025

    Navigating our changed landscape

    To the Harvard Chan community, I’m sure you have seen this week’s U.S. district court ruling that the federal government’s termination of research grants across Harvard was unlawful. This is a welcome…

  • September 2, 2025

    Welcoming a new school year with hope

    To the Harvard Chan community, As we start this new academic year, I am thinking about the future with hope. We continue to confront a financial crisis caused by the…

  • August 26, 2025

    Jorge Chavarro to serve as Dean for Academic Affairs

    To the Harvard Chan community, I’m thrilled to announce that Jorge E. Chavarro, professor of nutrition and epidemiology, will serve as our next dean for academic affairs, effective Sept. 1. Jorge has been a valued member of our community for more than two decades. When he…

  • July 31, 2025

    Jane Kim stepping down as Dean for Academic Affairs

    To the Harvard Chan community: I am writing to let you know that Jane Kim will step down as dean for academic affairs on Sept. 1, after a tremendously successful…

  • July 11, 2025

    Introducing the Office for Community and Belonging

    To the Harvard Chan community: Ever since I arrived as dean, I have been eager to strengthen our capacity for learning from one another. We are fortunate to work and…

  • June 24, 2025

    New leadership role overseeing non-degree education

    To the Harvard Chan community, I’m delighted to announce that Rifat Atun, professor of global health systems, will join my senior leadership team as vice dean for non-degree education and innovation, effective…

    Professional photo portrait of Dr. Rifat Atun
  • June 11, 2025

    Harvard Chan 2030

    To the Harvard Chan community, Many of us have spent the spring mourning the changes inflicted on our School. The grief has not yet passed; we will face more pain…

  • June 5, 2025

    Thank you

    To the Harvard Chan community, I am writing to extend my deepest thanks for your perseverance in advancing our mission through this most challenging year. Amid stress and uncertainty, you…

  • May 23, 2025

    Our essential international community

    To the Harvard Chan community, Our international students and scholars are integral members of this community. You come from 74 nations. Your curiosity and compassion, your integrity and insights, your…