Black Harvard resident dean removed after old social media posts surface; GoFundMe launched

Gregory K. Davis has been removed from his role as resident dean of Dunster House at Harvard University after renewed attention on social media posts he wrote between 2019 and 2021.

Former Harvard resident dean Gregory K Davis removed from position

The posts criticized former administrations, law enforcement, and racial dynamics in the United States. Although the university confirmed his removal on Jan. 5, officials did not provide a reason, according to The Harvard Crimson.

Davis acknowledged the resurfaced posts and expressed regret, saying the comments no longer reflect his current beliefs.

Right-Wing Aggregator Resurfaces Old Posts

The controversy intensified in October 2025 after Yardreport, a right‑wing news aggregator, published a collection of Gregory Davis’ past social media posts.

The posts, written between 2019 and 2021 during heightened national race relations and policing issues, showed Davis criticizing President Donald Trump, law enforcement, and the country’s racial climate.

Yardreport emphasized several messages in which Davis allegedly challenged Republicans, white Americans, and Trump supporters. The outlet also highlighted posts where he allegedly described police officers as “racist and evil.”

Another post stated, “It’s almost like whiteness is a self‑destructive ideology that annihilates everyone around it. By design.”

The outlet also pointed to comments where Davis reportedly compared “rioting and looting” to “voting and marching,” framing them as forms of political expression.

After resurfacing the posts, Yardreport argued that Davis held “hostility toward White people, police, Republicans, and President Trump” and called for Harvard to remove him from his position.

Former Harvard dean Gregory K Davis Responds to Backlash

After the posts circulated widely, Davis issued a statement to Fox News Digital. He said the comments “do not reflect my current thinking or beliefs.”

“I deeply appreciate the responsibility inherent in the Resident Dean role, and I value the trust that individuals have placed in me,” Davis said. “I regret if my statements have any negative impact on the Dunster community.”

He added that he worked to ensure Dunster House remained “a welcoming, warm, and supportive space for all of its members.”

Harvard Confirms Gregory K Davis’ Removal and Names Interim Dean

In a message circulated to House affiliates, Davis wrote that he had been removed from his position. “It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve as the Resident Dean for Dunster,” he wrote. “I will miss my work with students and staff immensely.”

Later that morning, Dunster Faculty Dean Taeku Lee announced that Emilie Raymer, who served as interim dean when Davis was on parental leave, would continue in the role, Harvard Crimson reported. Lee did not address the circumstances surrounding Davis’ removal or specify how long Raymer would serve.

Family Faces Housing Deadline After Termination

Davis became the Allston Burr Resident Dean of Dunster House in 2024, taking on a key role within Harvard’s undergraduate residential system. The position centers on guiding students through academic challenges and offering personal support throughout their time in the House.

Before joining Harvard’s administration, Davis built a career in legal education. His LinkedIn profile notes that he previously worked as a teaching fellow at UCLA School of Law and later served as an associate professor of law at Southwestern Law School. He is also a Harvard graduate, holding a master’s degree in psychology and a PhD in African American and Black Studies.

GoFundMe

Because Davis’ role included university housing, the family received only 10 days to vacate their residence. His wife, Nirisi Angulo, launched a GoFundMe campaign to help secure housing during what she described as an “unexpected and incredibly difficult time.”

“This sudden and unplanned upheaval has left us scrambling to find a safe home for our family amidst the harsh winter months,” Angulo wrote.

She said the couple has a five‑year‑old daughter and a newborn son named Dean, “because my husband’s role as a dean meant so much to him.”

GoFundMe Highlights Financial Strain

Angulo said the family has no relatives nearby and struggled financially after her difficult pregnancy and several miscarriages depleted their savings.

“Your generosity will allow us to find a new home, cover moving expenses, and take the necessary steps to rebuild after this unplanned transition,” she wrote.

“My husband would never ask for help himself, but as a mother and wife, I know how much your kindness would mean to him and our family.”

Unanswered Questions Remain

Davis’s removal has raised questions among students and staff, especially because Harvard has not publicly explained the decision. Although the university confirmed his departure, officials have not commented on whether the resurfaced posts influenced the outcome.

Dunster House Faculty Deans Taeku Lee and Shirley Lee previously told students that Dunster “is a community that welcomes all members,” reaffirming support for the House community after the October backlash, the Harvard Crimson reported.

The situation continues to develop as Davis and his family search for stability following his termination.