Harvard University has announced its selection of honorary degree recipients for the year, emphasizing that these selections are based on candidates' lifetime contributions and accomplishments. The university expressed gratitude for the input received in its selection processes, which it aims to continually strengthen.
This year, questions have arisen regarding one recipient who appears to have supported academic boycotts. Harvard clarified that awarding an honorary degree does not equate to endorsing the political views of the recipient.
The university reiterated its clear stance against academic boycotts. "The University strongly opposes academic boycotts and has stated so publicly," a statement read. President Garber and his predecessors have consistently communicated that targeting or boycotting groups due to disagreements with governmental policies contradicts Harvard's principles. The institution reaffirmed this core principle firmly.