#  Instructors 

 



## Information for instructors in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences

### Instructors at other Harvard schools should review the [list of Harvard University Registrars](https://harvard.service-now.com/ithelp?id=kb_article&sys_id=d6017299db550f80a752f1a51d961941) for support.



 

  [### Create Courses

 ](https://prod-registrar.drupalsites.harvard.edu/create-courses)- Record changes in my.harvard
- Develop a new course
- See the FAS schedule



 

  [### Sectioning

 ](https://prod-registrar.drupalsites.harvard.edu/sectioning)- Create class sections and move students to sections
- Dates and deadlines



 

  [### Administer Exams

 ](https://prod-registrar.drupalsites.harvard.edu/administer-exams)- View the Exam Schedule
- Review Exam Procedures



 

  

 

 

 

  [### Training and Documentation

 ](https://prod-registrar.drupalsites.harvard.edu/training-and-documentation)- Resources and support to assist you with my.harvard and academic processes



 

  [### Student Records and Privacy

 ](https://prod-registrar.drupalsites.harvard.edu/student-information-privacy)- Learn about student records
- Federal Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)



 

  [### Grading

 ](https://prod-registrar.drupalsites.harvard.edu/grading)- FAS grading system
- Grading in my.harvard
- Submitting grades



 

  

 

 

 

  [### Book Space for Courses

 ](https://prod-registrar.drupalsites.harvard.edu/spaces-courses)- Learn how classrooms are assigned
- Reserve space for classrooms



 

  [### Book Space for Sections/Events

 ](https://prod-registrar.drupalsites.harvard.edu/spaces-sections-events)- Reserve space for course sections
- Reserve space for an event



 

  [### FAS Testing Center Pilot

 ](https://prod-registrar.drupalsites.harvard.edu/fas-testing-center-pilot-0)- How to use the Testing Center
- Student responsibilities
- Completed exams



 

  

 

 

 

##  Tools and Resources 

 

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[Information for Faculty ](https://infoforfaculty.fas.harvard.edu/)  
Review the academic policies and expectations for instructors in the FAS Faculty Handbook



 

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[Academic Calendars](/calendars)  
View key dates and deadlines for Harvard College and the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences



 

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[The FAS Schedule](/fas-schedule)  
Plan course meeting times according to FAS Schedule Rules



 

   ![computer icon](/sites/g/files/omnuum1531/files/styles/hwp_1_1__100x100_scale/public/fasro/files/computer-complete.png?itok=xosRn8ts) 

 

  
[my.harvard Knowledge Base](https://harvard.service-now.com/ithelp?id=kb_category&kb_category=87637d65dbae430011d63a90ad961905)  
Review the IT Help Center guides created for instructors



 

##  Communications 

 

  [### Spring Grading is Open: Start with May Degree Candidate Grades

 ](https://mailchi.mp/17211d5bcfde/spring-grading-open-prioritize-may-degree-candidate-grades-6184662) May 01, 2026 

 

   [### Prepare to Administer your Upcoming Exams

 ](https://mailchi.mp/fas.harvard.edu/prepare-for-final-exams-6184648) April 30, 2026 

 

   [### Finalize Fall 2026 Sections and Review Petitions

 ](https://mailchi.mp/fas.harvard.edu/finalize-spring-sections-registration-is-due-today-6184557) April 15, 2026 

 

   [### Fall 2026 Registration is Open Through April 15

 ](https://mailchi.mp/079d27c7215a/spring-registration-is-open-6184466) April 01, 2026 

 

   [### Spring 2026 Final Exam Schedule with Locations

 ](https://mailchi.mp/7a054d461a4d/fall-2025-final-exam-schedule-with-locations-6184444) March 31, 2026 

 

   [### Unsatisfactory Mid-Term Progress Reports

 ](https://mailchi.mp/ef0a057b6137/spring-mid-term-progress-reports-open-6184372) March 23, 2026 

 

   [### Opt in to FAS Testing Center for Spring 2026 Midterm Exams

 ](https://mailchi.mp/da4f0f480c4c/reminder-opt-into-the-fas-testing-center-this-term-6184199) February 24, 2026 

 

   [### Update 2026 Fall Course Details by February 23

 ](https://mailchi.mp/fas.harvard.edu/final-reminder-update-fall-course-details-by-feb-23) February 19, 2026 

 

   [### Spring 2026 final exam schedule published

 ](https://mailchi.mp/117350d832aa/fall-2025-final-exam-schedule-6184059) February 12, 2026 

 

   [### Spring Mid-Term Progress Reports

 ](https://mailchi.mp/313385c477d3/spring-mid-term-progress-reports-open-6184076) February 11, 2026 

 

   [### Finalize Fall 2026 courses for students

 ](https://mailchi.mp/31591ae50b9a/due-feb-23-finalize-fall-2026-courses-for-students-6184037) February 09, 2026 

 

   [### Reminder: Opt in to the FAS Testing Center

 ](https://mailchi.mp/fas.harvard.edu/reminder-opt-into-the-fas-testing-center-this-term-6183950) January 28, 2026 

 

   [### Opt in to FAS Testing Center

 ](https://mailchi.mp/fas.harvard.edu/fas-testing-center-how-to-opt-in-and-key-guidelines) January 20, 2026 

 

   [### Plan for Spring 2026 - Add/Drop and Exams

 ](https://mailchi.mp/3d3f8ce481a2/action-required-prepare-for-spring-term-6183829) January 08, 2026 

 

   [### Fall 2025 Exams Reminder

 ](https://mailchi.mp/15f192ef214f/prepare-for-final-exams-6183673) December 04, 2025 

 

  

 

 

 

 

##  Need Assistance? 

 

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 [### Visit

 ](mailto:registrar@fas.harvard.edu)Make an appointment



 

 

 call 

 [### Call

 ](tel:6174951543)617-495-1543



 

 

 email 

 [### Email

 ](https://prod-registrar.drupalsites.harvard.edu/contact-us#contact)Submit a ticket



 

 

 group 

 [### Meet

 ](https://prod-registrar.drupalsites.harvard.edu/contact-us#zoom)View Zoom hours