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Whether you’re new to Harvard Griffin GSAS or have been here for years, you’ll find a wealth of insight and essential information in the Help Center. From policies & procedures to important dates and even who to ask when you’re not sure what you need, the Help Center has the resources to support you at every stage of your journey. Don't know where to start? Connect with Student Services!

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Everyone at Harvard Griffin GSAS is dedicated to helping you meet the unique challenges of advanced study at Harvard, and we want you to succeed personally and academically. Numerous resources can help! Looking for a fellowship? Want to sign up for an MBTA pass? Don't know where to start? Search our resources!

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Policies detail the regulations, rules, and procedures that apply to students, including departmental-specific requirements. These policies are available to all enrolled students, faculty, and staff. You may need your HarvardKey to access them.

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We want you to succeed personally and academically while studying at the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (Harvard Griffin GSAS). Everyone at Harvard Griffin GSAS is dedicated to helping you meet the unique challenges of advanced study at Harvard.

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Resources for a Diverse Community
Diversity

Harvard Griffin GSAS and Harvard University offer a number of resources and opportunities designed to support our diverse community. Resources are also available for prospective and current graduate students who are first-generation college attendees or who are from low socioeconomic status backgrounds.

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Naima Green-Riley with Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Naima Green-Riley with Ruth Bader Ginsburg while in the Foreign Service, February 2012.