Join us on Harvard’s historic campus to discover the many ways Harvard Extension School can help you achieve your academic and professional goals. Learn about our part-time undergraduate and graduate degrees, graduate certificates, online and on-campus courses, and premedical program.

Dean's Welcome and Alum Story, 6-6:45: Sanders Theatre at Memorial Hall—Discover why so many students choose to start or continue their education at Harvard Extension School. Learn more about us from Dean Huntington Lambert and listen to an inspiring story from an Extension...

Students entering grades 6–8

Ocean week brings the magic of the sea to the HMNH. Students will immerse themselves in marine science as they work with graduate students on inquiry-based lessons examining museum specimens, observing live animals and even dissecting a squid!

Advance registration required. $160 members / $180 nonmembers

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Students entering grades 5–8

Red garnets, purple amethyst, blue turquoise – these jewels are actually naturally made rocks and minerals! Learn the geology behind your favorite gems. Then learn jewelry techniques to turn real rocks, minerals, and semi-precious stones into earrings, necklaces, pendants and more in this class that combines art with science.

This class has an additional $10 materials fee included in the cost of the program.

Advance registration required. $170 members / $190 nonmembers

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Students entering grades 3–5

Sharks, crabs, sea stars and turtles; these are just a few of the marine creatures we’ll study as we dive into the underwater world. Learn all about our blue planet by investigating real specimens, observing adaptations of live ocean animals, making crafts, playing games and exploring our Marine Life exhibit.

Advance registration required. $160 members / $180 nonmembers

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Students entering grades 4–6

Have you ever wanted to design your own game? Join Green Door Labs founder Kellian Adams and museum staff to plan and create a digital game set inside the museum. You will work in small groups to invent a game designed to help visitors explore the museum. After prototyping the concept on paper, you will build the game on the digital platform and test it in the galleries.

Advance registration required. $160 members / $180 nonmembers

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The CIO Council at Harvard University proudly presents the Eighth Annual Harvard IT Summit, an opportunity for University IT staff, key partners, and faculty to explore technology innovations and best practices in higher education. Harvard faculty and staff will present on a wide variety of IT projects and initiatives. External industry practitioners will participate in an exhibition space and educational sessions to share information on industry trends and practices.

Logistical, registration, and production support for the IT Summit is provided by the...

In partnership with the Center for Wellness and Health Promotion, Harvard Common Spaces offers free Yoga with instructor Paulina Haduong every Thursday, 5pm-6pm from May 31 through September 27. Meet in Harvard Yard on the Memorial Church Lawn, please bring a mat and water bottle. Class held weekly, weather permitting--steady rain cancels class. All Common Spaces wellness programs and fitness activities are free; no sign-ups are required.

For a complete list of wellness programs, please visit ...

In partnership with the Center for Wellness and Health Promotion, Harvard Common Spaces offers free Zumba classes on the Plaza on Wednesdays from 5:30pm-6:30pm. Zumba is an aerobic dance fitness program using movements inspired by various styles of Latin American dance and performed primarily to Latin American dance music.  All Common Spaces wellness programs and fitness activities are free; no sign-ups are required.

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In partnership with the Center for Wellness and Health Promotion, Harvard Common Spaces offers free Tai Chi by Harvard's Master Yon Lee every Tuesday, 5pm-6pm from April through September. Meet in Harvard Yard on the Memorial Church Lawn, weather permitting. All Common Spaces wellness programs and fitness activities are free; no sign-ups are required.

For a complete list of wellness programs, please visit commonspaces.harvard.edu/calendar.

Congratulations to the 60 outstanding Harvard staff members from across the University who were elected Harvard Heroes for 2018. Harvard Heroes, a University-wide recognition program, celebrates the accomplishments of Harvard staff whose work supports the mission of Harvard at the highest levels of contribution, impact and excellence.

The 2018 Harvard Heroes awards ceremony, hosted by President Drew G. Faust, will be held:

Thursday, June 14, 3:30 p.m.
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Stress is a part of everyday life. Since we can't eliminate it, learning how to recognize the signs of stress overload and boosting our ability to handle stressful situations can help. Understanding our own reactions to issues and planning ways to boost resiliency can help us thrive in the midst of stress.  Join us and learn ways to build your personal resiliency by cultivating a positive attitude, practicing healthy habits and using self-care to stay mindful. Join us for an interactive discussion about:

• Recognizing stress symptoms to prevent burnout
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Discover how digital technology and social media support and challenge parents today. In this webinar, participants will:

• Receive an overview of digital media, including how children and young people are using it
• Review current American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommendations for children (0 - 2, 2 - teens)
• Learn practical tips for talking to young children and adolescents about their use and your limits of technology and social media
• Create a strategy for monitoring and setting expectations and boundaries for every...

This interactive webinar with a sleep expert is designed to help participants begin getting better sleep almost immediately. Attendees will learn techniques for overcoming these common sleep problems: