NEW YORK (Standard&Poor's) March 29, 2013--Standard&Poor's Ratings Services has affirmed its 'AAA' long-term rating on various revenue bonds and its 'A-1+' short-term rating on variable-rate demand bonds and commercial paper (CP) notes, issued for and by Harvard University, Mass. (Watch the related CreditMatters TV segment titled, "Standard&Poor?s Affirmed Its Ratings On Harvard University," dated April 2, 2013.) "The 'AAA' rating reflects our view of Harvard's impressive level of financial resources, rebounding operations, and excellent demand and enrollment," said Standard&Poor's credit analyst Charlene Butterfield. "The 'A-1+' short-term rating reflects our assessment of Harvard's general credit strengths and considerable experience in managing its own liquidity," said Ms. Butterfield. Standard&Poor's views Harvard's liquid
