Harvard
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Harvard President Claudine Gay Resigns, Shortest Tenure in University History | News | The Harvard Crimson
Harvard President Claudine Gay resigned Tuesday afternoon, a stunning downfall for Harvard’s first Black president and former dean of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences.
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Harvard’s board: We unanimously stand in support of President Gay | CNN Business
Embattled Harvard President Claudine Gay has gained the unanimous support of the university’s board, Harvard’s highest governing body said in a statement Tuesday, giving Gay significant cover to remain in her position after a tumultuous week in which many donors and politicians have called for her ouster.